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.

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

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.

Victorians are being urged to take steps to prepare for bushfire season, with the CFA launching its annual 'Get Fire Ready' campaign this October.

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.

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.

With rain and warmer temperatures mixing as the country heads into spring, sheep producers are being urged to keep flystrike prevention front of mind.

Agriculture Victoria is hosting a series of workshops across Victoria to help producers make informed decisions around this season’s fodder production.

Mainland states are moving to safeguard their potato crops as detections of potato mop-top virus across Tasmania continue to grow.

Rural Aid is stepping up efforts to assist beekeepers and other primary producers as Varroa mite continues to spread across parts of Australia.

In the wake of the VicGrid Bill being passed through the Victorian Legislative Council last week, Victorian Farmers Federation President...

The Victorian Farmers Federation last week expressed deep disappointment at the recent passing of the VicGrid Bill through the Legislative Council.

Agriculture Victoria has highlighted the importance of responsible and ethical livestock transportation after two transporters pleaded...

Victorian farmers from livestock and grain businesses are encouraged to attend 2-day adaptive farming workshops in western and northern...

The Victorian Farmers Federation says the upcoming closure of a Geelong truck wash in September will leave a gaping hole in the state’s...

The Victorian Farmers Federation has welcomed the recommendations of the Victorian Parliament’s Legislative Assembly Economy and...

The 2024-25 summer poses significant risks for Mallee communities, particularly in the Wimmera and Grampians, Member for Mallee Dr Anne...

The Allan Labor Government is rolling out a major road maintenance blitz to rebuild, repair, and resurface roads right across Victoria –...

The Allan Labor Government is ensuring that emergency services have the equipment they need to keep Victorians safe with the delivery of...

The Allan Labor Government’s $480 million investment into Victoria’s energy grid has reached another milestone with the delivery of 100...