Applications open for on-farm agtech grants
Applications are now open for Round 1 of the On Farm Connectivity Program (OFCP) designed to increase the uptake of agtech.
Government mulls future of APVMA; Joyce starts petition
Agriculture Minister Murray Watt says the Government will take the time to properly assess an evaluation into the Armidale based APVMA.
New NFF President launches campaign to ‘keep farmers farming’
An unprecedented campaign against anti-farming policies has been launched by new NFF President David Jochinke in his first day in the role.
Marshall calls for drought support measures
With seasonal conditions worsening across the region and many parts of country NSW quickly sliding into drought, Adam Marshall has called on the State Government to immediately initiate drought support measures
Producers encouraged to have their say on future research priorities
Grassfed beef and sheepmeat producers with a burning research challenge that needs attention are encouraged to have their say as part of Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA)’s producer consultation process.
UNE preparing farmers for next big dry
A UNE project is teaching farmers how to avoid overestimating feed availability this summer.
Next round of Red Meat Ambassador nominations are open
People who are passionate about the red meat industry are being sought for the next round of the highly successful Red Meat Ambassador program.
Out of the city and onto the farm: Peter Dutton, Mark Coulton, tour Moree to hear the real issues
Moree has hosted Pollies on the Plains this week as Opposition Leader, Peter Dutton and local Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton step out of the office and onto the farm to hear firsthand, the real issues of the land.
UNE launches new course for transition and succession planners
UNE has launched the first two dedicated university qualifications for transition and succession planners.
Varroa Mite response switches to management
15 months of intense effort and millions of dollars to eradicate the challenging varroa mite from Australia has failed, and authorities and bee keepers will now transition to managing the pest long term.