Response efforts in Tasmania managing the detection of Potato mop-top virus have identified a total of six Infected Premises as of August...

This National Biosecurity Week, Livestock SA has announced that nominations are now open for the 2025 Biosecurity Farmer of the Year Award.

NSW Farmers has welcomed two boosts announced for the bush including a pothole pledge and new funding for drought resilience.

The Victorian Federation (VFF) has written to state MPs to vote down the contentious VicGrid Amendment Bill that would pave the way for police-backed powers to force entry onto farms and slap landholders with fines of up to $12,100.

As drought continues to impact regional communities across NSW, the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments will jointly invest $43.2 million to support farmers to strengthen their drought resilience and climate adaptation.  

In South Australia, the Malinauskas Government is continuing its drought support with over $1 million in funding for additional fodder deliveries and a free technical advice service for impacted farmers.

NSW Farmers has welcomed news that six new detector dog handlers have joined Australia’s border security team to protect the nation from biosecurity threats.

Amidst a plethora of very hungry caterpillars, Harry Potters and cats in hats, countless children across the country are donning their flannels, work boots and hats to pay homage to their favourite character, 'George the Farmer' - or his wife Ruby the agronomist - this week in honour of Book Week.

As farmers across the country continue to battle drought, floods and financial hardships, Rural Aid has launched a new campaign to help safeguard the next generation of Aussie farmers.

French dairy giant Lactalis will cement its position as Australia’s largest dairy company after it finalises its purchase of Fonterra Cooperative Group for $3.4 billion.

A second site in Tasmania has returned a positive result for Potato mop-top virus.

The regional SA towns of Keith, Kimba and Lameroo have been named finalists for the 2025 SA Agricultural Town of the Year Award, selected from 96 nominations across the state.

The government's decision to expand the expand the Regional Investment Corporation’s (RIC) remit to support ecological issues - most pressingly the South Australian algal bloom - has been met with criticism.

New data has shown that Australia’s evolving population is creating fresh opportunities for red meat. Consequently, Meat & Livestock Australia have embarked on a mission to better understand how to increase red meat purchases.

The National Farmers Federation has said it is disappointed in yesterday’s release of the 2024 Intergovernmental Agreement on Biosecurity (IGAB) Review Report and the accompanying joint government response, describing the outcome as underwhelming and a missed opportunity to secure Australia’s biosecurity future. The IGAB defines the roles and responsibilities of governments and sets priority areas for collaboration to minimise the impact of pests and diseases on Australia’s

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has released the latest statistics on livestock slaughtered and red meat production, which - according to Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) - has confirmed a historic period for the red meat sector.

More South Australian businesses will be eligible for algal bloom industry support, with the state government extending and expanding availability of business grants on offer.

Rural Aid has launched a powerful, new fundraising campaign this week to secure the future of rural Australia by supporting the next generation of farmers.

This Tradies National Health Month, Worksafe is urging tradies to think of their body as their most important tool and protect it from pain, strain and injury.

The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed the Federal Government today releasing the “Feeding Australia: A National Food Security...