Farming and Environment
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Shining light on big squeeze – Sunraysia grower reveals pros and cons of high-density orchards
SUNRAYSIA citrus grower Matthew Cottrell has become a casebook study for a NSW Department of Primary Industry research project on high-density plantings across the industry.…
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Harvest trail comes to an end
THE Federal Government has backed its decision to cease Harvest Trail Services from July 1, and reallocate $47.3 million. Initiated by the Coalition Government in…
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Table grape tracking project taking shape
A “GAME-changing” traceability project is set enhance the table grape export industry, with a locally based association leading the way. Expanding on the industry’s successful…
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Meet the local face of tourism push
MILDURA-born winemaker Cindy Heley will be featured this Sunday as part of Murray Regional Tourism’s Mates of the Murray campaign. The launch of her story…
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Atlantic salmon found at Red Cliffs
ENVIRONMENTAL DNA sampling of waterways in the Murray Darling Basin has uncovered the existence of Atlantic salmon near Red Cliffs. The Great Australian Wildlife Search’s…
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Rate increase could add pressure to farmers
SOME farmers have warned more operators could leave the sector amid increasing business costs. Millewa mixed-grain farmers Ian Arney and Ron Hards have said a…
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Plastics push about lessening landfill
FARMERS in the Rural City of Swan Hill could have a new option for getting rid of bulk agricultural plastics after municipal staff called for…
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Goat busters aim to save vegetation
A PARTNERSHIP between a Victorian hunting group and Parks Victoria has sought to demonstrate a “different side of hunting” while also working to protect the…
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Wallabies get hopping at Scotia
A ONCE believed-to-be extinct wallaby has been relocated from eastern Queensland to Scotia Wildlife Sanctuary north west of Wentworth. The bridled nailtail wallaby was presumed…
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Get varroa ready with resources
A PROJECT to support the beekeeping industry manage varroa has launched a suite of new resources. AgriFutures Australia and the Australian Honey Bee Industry Council…
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New fungicides need strategic use
THERE has been strong uptake of new alternative fungicides across the almond industry, however careful application has been urged to avoid resistance and to maintain…
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Input in biofuel plans sought
THE Federal Government is seeking input form the community, especially farmers and primary producers, on how to grow the country’s low carbon liquid fuels sector.…
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