Grain producers across South Australia are being urged to monitor mouse activity closely, as populations rise ahead of the 2026 seeding program.

Young wool industry professional Shannon Donoghue joined Jess Dempster on FlowFM's Country Viewpoint to share some behind-the-scenes insights into life in the sector.

Naracoorte agronomist Olivia Veronese joins FlowFM's Jessica Dempster to share insights into life as an agronomist and how she got her start in the industry.

The Coalition has launched a new online platform to track fuel shortages across regional Australia.  The website, nofuelhere.com.au, allows users to report local supply issues and provides a direct line of contact to their local members of parliament.

The Federal Government has commissioned a National Food Supply Chain Assessment, as it responds to growing concerns over the impact of the Middle East conflict on Australia’s agricultural systems. The review forms part of the National Food Security Strategy and will examine vulnerabilities across key supply chains.

For residents of Coober Pedy, accessing fresh, quality meat has been a bit of a challenge recently. But thanks to a community-driven initiative, help is on the way.

Australia’s vegetable industry is urging supply chain partners to act in good faith, as rising input costs linked to the Middle East conflict place growers under increasing pressure.

Australia’s agriculture sector is on track to surpass the $100 billion production milestone, four years ahead of the National Farmers Federation’s 2030 target.

Australia’s red meat sector is seeking clarity after the United States flagged a new 15 per cent global tariff following a Supreme Court ruling on emergency powers.  

For residents of Coober Pedy, accessing fresh, quality meat has been a bit of a challenge recently. But thanks to a community-driven initiative, help is on the way.

South Australia's south-east community of Kingston SE is still waiting for clarity on the future of its historic jetty, more than half a year after it was first damaged, and subsequently destroyed by storms in May and June 2025.

Grain Producers SA is calling on all political parties to commit to practical support for the state’s grain industry ahead of the 2026 South Australian election. The organisation has formally provided its election priorities to all major political parties and crossbench representatives several months ago, focusing on drought resilience, infrastructure, biosecurity, chemical access, connectivity, workforce pressures and the protection of productive agricultural land.

Livestock producers in fire-affected parts of Victoria are reporting a spike in wild dog attacks, with bushfires having destroyed critical farm infrastructure designed to keep predators out.

The National Farmers Federation has issued a statement following the passage of the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Firearms and Customs Laws) Bill 2026 in Parliament on Wednesday night, saying it supports reforms aimed at improving safety, including stronger background checks and measures against 3D-printed firearms.

Rural communities across Australia are set to benefit from a strengthened network of health and wellbeing programs, with Active Farmers and the Fat Farmers Rural Health Initiative joining forces to expand their reach and impact.

Migratory data Australians continue to favour regional living, with the latest Regional Movers Index showing moves from capital cities to regional areas outpacing the reverse by more than one third.  

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.

Grain Producers SA is calling on the Federal Government to urgently fund a long-promised Doppler radar for the Eyre Peninsula, after the Bureau of Meteorology confirmed it spent nearly $100 million upgrading its website.

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has expressed concerns about the Victorian Government’s planning priorities, following the announcement of a proposed $300 million hot chip processing facility near Horsham - VFF President Brett Hosking told FlowFM in their most recent catch-up.

The National Farmers’ Federation is calling on Australians to show their support for primary producers this Friday as the country marks National Agriculture Day. This year’s theme, “Stand with the Land,” highlights the resilience and determination of the nation’s farmers.