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Farmers Condemn Forced Land Access for Transmission Project
Farmers in the path of the controversial VNI West Transmission Project have condemned the issuing of Section 93 notices, which grant compulsory access to private farmland without landholder consent.
Jess Dempster
Nov 3, 20251 min read


NSW Shearer Sets Record as First Woman to Shear 500 Merino Lambs in a Day
A New South Wales shearer has made history by becoming the first woman to shear more than 500 Merino lambs in a single day, securing herself not her first - but second world record.
Jess Dempster
Nov 2, 20253 min read


Producers call for "realistic approach" to caged-egg phase out as supermarket giant backflips on promise
A representative farming group has called for a “realistic” approach to egg production, saying all three systems - cage, barn, and free-range - must remain on supermarket shelves to guarantee supply and affordability.
Jess Dempster
Oct 26, 20252 min read


Annual Game Duck Survey to Begin in Victoria
Victoria’s annual survey of game duck populations will commence on 21 October, with biologists set to monitor more than 850 sites across the state.
Jess Dempster
Oct 9, 20251 min read


Milk Production Falls in Southern States Amid Prolonged Drought
Australia’s national milk production has dropped by more than three per cent since the start of the season in July, with southern states bearing the brunt.
Jess Dempster
Oct 9, 20251 min read


Hunters thought to be source as DNA shows Vic and SA feral pigs stem from NSW
DNA testing has confirmed that feral pigs found in South Australia's Limestone Coast and Victoria's south-west share genetics with populations in New South Wales - leading authourities to believe hunters have illeagally introduced the animlas to these areas.
Jess Dempster
Oct 9, 20251 min read


New Wine Strategy to Boost Jobs and Exports in Regional Victoria
The Victorian Government has launched a new five-year strategy to support the state’s $9.5 billion wine industry, focusing on innovation, jobs and regional growth. The plan, developed in partnership with Wine Victoria, targets four main areas: workforce development, sustainability, the visitor experience, and expanding domestic and global markets. Minister for Agriculture Ros Spence said the strategy will future-proof the sector. “This strategy will safeguard Victoria’s w
Jess Dempster
Oct 9, 20251 min read


Victoria Delivers Fee Relief for Drought-Affected Farmers
The Victorian Government has announced over $10 million in fee and duty relief for primary producers facing drought conditions, as part of its $144 million Drought Support Package.
Jess Dempster
Oct 9, 20251 min read


CFA launches statewide 'Get Fire Ready' campaign
Victorians are being urged to take steps to prepare for bushfire season, with the CFA launching its annual 'Get Fire Ready' campaign this October.
Jess Dempster
Sep 23, 20251 min read


Authorities Urge Campfire Safety Ahead of Grand Final Long Weekend
Victorians heading bush for the Grand Final Long Weekend are being urged to play it safe with campfires, as authorities warn that improperly extinguished fires remain one of the leading causes of bushfires.
Jess Dempster
Sep 23, 20251 min read


GRDC Harvester Setup Days Coming to the Mallee 24-26th September
Grain producers in South Australia and the Mallee region of Victoria are being encouraged to attend a series of free Harvester Setup Days from September 24 to 26, hosted by Mallee Sustainable Farming in partnership with the Grains Research and Development Corporation.
press348
Sep 17, 20251 min read


Blowflies, buzz off
With rain and warmer temperatures mixing as the country heads into spring, sheep producers are being urged to keep flystrike prevention front of mind.
press348
Sep 17, 20251 min read


Ag Victoria workshops to help farmers make the most of their fodder this season
Agriculture Victoria is hosting a series of workshops across Victoria to help producers make informed decisions around this season’s fodder production.
press348
Sep 9, 20251 min read


South Australia, New South Wales and Victoria place restrictions on Tasmanian potato exports amid growing mop-top virus situation
Mainland states are moving to safeguard their potato crops as detections of potato mop-top virus across Tasmania continue to grow.
press348
Sep 9, 20251 min read


Rural Aid Mobilises Support for Beekeepers Amid Growing Varroa Mite Threat
Rural Aid is stepping up efforts to assist beekeepers and other primary producers as Varroa mite continues to spread across parts of Australia.
press348
Sep 8, 20251 min read


VFF slams problematic renewables rollout & calls for a major energy transition reset
In the wake of the VicGrid Bill being passed through the Victorian Legislative Council last week, Victorian Farmers Federation President...
press348
Sep 2, 20252 min read


VicGrid Bill fails Victorian rural communities
The Victorian Farmers Federation last week expressed deep disappointment at the recent passing of the VicGrid Bill through the Legislative Council.
press348
Sep 1, 20251 min read


Court crackdown on calve transportation
Agriculture Victoria has highlighted the importance of responsible and ethical livestock transportation after two transporters pleaded...
Flow Australia
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Workshops for adaptive farming futures
Victorian farmers from livestock and grain businesses are encouraged to attend 2-day adaptive farming workshops in western and northern...
Flow Australia
Jul 14, 20251 min read


Victorian truck wash closure to leave huge biosecurity gap
The Victorian Farmers Federation says the upcoming closure of a Geelong truck wash in September will leave a gaping hole in the state’s...
Staff Writers
Jul 8, 20252 min read
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