Farming

According to a new report from Rabobank, participants all along the dairy value chain are being squeezed. Producers’ milk prices have tumbled from 2022’s lofty levels while feed prices are at record highs.

In his 75 years of farming in the Biggara Valley, Keith Whitsed says he has never seen a more impressive crop than the stand of corn currently being grown on the family property with his daughter Marie and son-in-law Dave Colbert. Their first attempt at growing corn for fodder has exceeded their expectations but has also brought with it some unique issues.

This Sunday 12th March sees the Annual Auction conducted by the Southern Downs Poultry Club at Allora.

Nicola Harvey is an experienced media executive, producer and writer working across digital, audio, print and live events. She’s also the author of 'Farm: the making of a climate activist' ... Speaking from her farm in New Zealand, Nicola talked to Australian Rural and Regional News contributor Serena Kirby about the writing process and the incredible amount of work that went into writing her book. She also offered some wise words to other first-time authors.

Cumnock Show, 18 March 2023

All Exhibitors must complete a waiver form signed by their parents before competing. Changes to any classes may be made at the Stewards discretion. Remember - your pet must be healthy and have the necessary vaccinations. All pets must be on a lead or in a cage-we don't want you to lose them! Every pet receives an award

Farm cash income for all broadacre farms is projected to decrease nationally by around 7 per cent to average $327,000 per farm in 2022–23 but remain 46% above the 10-year average ... “However, farm incomes are projected to fall slightly in 2022–23 because of lower prices for most commodities and input costs remaining high after significant increases in 2021–22": Head of Farm Performance at ABARES, Peter Gooday.

The Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers (TFGA) oppose Treasurer Jim Chalmers proposed increase on the superannuation tax rate to collect an additional $2 billion annually from hardworking Australians and farmers ... CEO of the TFGA, Hugh Christie, said this policy decision to effectively double the tax rate for every hardworking Australian from 15 per cent to 30 per cent would be devastating for future investments into farming.

Grain Producers Australia’s new survey results show growers faced multiple, significant challenges with producing a near record crop in 2022-23 – especially input costs and extreme weather events. Whilst some analysts forecast the Australian crop size at a huge 71 million tonnes, valued at about $28 billion, Australian grain producers also planted the most expensive crop on record.

119th Wagin Show and 50th Woolarama, 10-11 March 2023

The Cooma Show is on Saturday 11th March 2023, gates open at 7.30 a.m.

There will be something for everyone.   Something to tempt you might be the exciting Wood Chopping,   great entertainment from the Freestyle Moto X,   Tug-O-War Championship ... We have the Reptile Man with snakes and lizards and a real live crocodile you can have a photo with.

137th Taralga Show, 11-12 March 2023

Like many country shows, The Robertson Show experienced flood and COVID cancellations over the past few years. But, the Show is finally back – bigger and better than ever for two FULL days of fun and entertainment.

Tallangatta show is focused on family with loads of free entertainment for the children, and free entry for children accompanied by an adult.

Drawcard topics such as cereal diseases, pulse variety and disease management, crop nutrition, vetch and barley agronomy as well as farming without glyphosate, attracted over 170 farmers to BCG’s annual Members’ Only Trials Review Day in Birchip last week. With participants in the room and online, the event was buzzing with questions and robust discussion.

The South West Timber Hub 2023 Carbon & Framing Conference on 7 March 2023 is essential for farmers and the agricultural industry to understand the impact carbon will have on their business. Speakers (including Trevor Whittington, CEO WAFarmers) will discuss the global picture and how international factors will impact your farm, what is driving the change and potential solutions that make sense in reducing your carbon footprint

Dryland farmers, agronomists, plant breeders and emergency services are among those to benefit from an extra 72 soil moisture probes and weather stations across the Wimmera. Wimmera CMA is coordinating the region-wide installation of probes and stations across 30,000 square kilometres.

NSW Farmers Energy Transition Working Group chair Reg Kidd said the Government had to explain why it was allowing Transgrid to build more overhead power lines when there was compelling evidence they increased the risk of bushfires.