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Industry Progresses National Response to Potato Mop-Top Virus
A national industry working group is progressing a coordinated response to the challenges and restrictions arising from this year’s outbreak of Potato mop-top virus in Tasmania.
Jess Dempster
Dec 16, 20251 min read
Agriculture


Coalition Pledges Gas Expansion and Nuclear Neutrality to Tackle Energy Costs
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has outlined a Coalition energy approach centered on affordable power, expanded gas supply and technology neutrality, as households face rising electricity prices and cost-of-living pressures.
Jess Dempster
6 days ago1 min read


Rural Aid Reflects on a Year of Extremes
Rural Aid CEO John Warlters has reflected on a year marked by extremes for Australia's regional communities as joined FlowFM's Country Viewpoint host Jessica Dempster on the show for a final catch-up for 2025.
Jess Dempster
6 days ago2 min read


Drought and Biosecurity Dominate Year for Livestock SA
Joining host Jess Dempster on FlowFM's Country Viewpoint program for a final catch-up in 2025, LivestockSA Chair Gillian Fennell reflected on a challenging year for the industry, marked by drought, infrastructure pressures and growing concern around land use and energy development.
jessdempster
6 days ago2 min read


Year in Review - Policy Wins and Future-Focus Mark Strong End to 2025 for GrainGrowers
GrainGrowers has closed out 2025 with several significant policy achievements for Australian grain producers, alongside continued advocacy on sustainability, infrastructure and long-term industry resilience, CEO Shona Gawel said in her end-of-year catch-up with FlowFM's Country Viewpoint host Jessica Dempster.
Jess Dempster
6 days ago2 min read


Opposition Leader Sussan Ley Condemns Murray-Darling Water Buybacks as ‘Devastating’ for Regional Communities
In a recent interview on FlowFM, Federal Opposition Leader Sussan Ley strongly criticised the Albanese Government’s latest round of water buybacks from the Murray-Darling Basin, warning the move will damage regional economies while failing to deliver the environmental benefits.
Jess Dempster
6 days ago2 min read


Farmers to Gain Greater Control Over Machinery Repairs as Right-to-Repair Laws Extend to Agriculture
Australian farmers are set to gain far greater control over how they repair their machinery following a landmark update to right-to-repair legislation.
Jess Dempster
6 days ago2 min read


CFA Advice: How to Prevent Hay-stack Fires this Season
As hay season rolls on across Victoria, the Country Fire Authority (CFA) is urging farmers to heed vital safety measures to reduce the risk of haystack fires - an ever present concern during peak heat and harvest conditions.
Jess Dempster
6 days ago2 min read


Producers Warned to Prevent Spray Drift This Summer
South Australian producers are being urged to take extra care during summer weed spraying, as compliance officers from the Department of Primary Industries and Regions prepare to monitor chemical use across the state.
Jess Dempster
Dec 16, 20251 min read


Header Fire a Timely Reminder for Harvest Safety
The Country Fire Authority is reminding farmers to prioritise machinery safety following a paddock fire this week in Victoria’s north-east, which burnt approximately 40 hectares.
Jess Dempster
Dec 16, 20251 min read
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