Farming and Environment
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Drier times ahead of the wet
A SIGNIFICANT June rainfall total for Mildura has nearby dryland farmers poised for a positive season, even if an El Nino is declared. Across the…
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Table grape season ends on a high
THE Australian table grape season has concluded on a positive note, despite an ominous early season. Australian domestic and export sales for 2023 made a…
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Hemp inquiry gets under way
AN inquiry into Victoria’s industrial hemp industry has begun. At the request of Legalise Cannabis Victoria MP Rachel Payne, an upper house committee is seeking…
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Water users’ rate rise fury
THE chair of a water-users committee advising Lower Murray Water says its members have lost faith in the supplier’s board over the latest rise in…
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Breaking the curse of carp in our rivers
OzFish and Mildura RSL Angling Club have joined forces in the war on carp clogging the Murray River and surrounding waterways. Their united approach, which…
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Fruit research’s sweet success
MEMBERS of the Australian persimmon industry gathered in the Riverland and Sunraysia this week to discuss innovations and opportunities in the sector. Delegates visited small,…
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Scientists seek community help on fish deaths
THE team reviewing this year’s fish deaths at Menindee is returning for a second round of community listening sessions next week. Deputy Chief Scientist and…
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Data for monitoring wind erosion webinar now available
Agriculture Victoria’s Monitoring Wind Erosion in the Victorian Mallee survey data summary for 2022 is now available online. This is in the lead up to…
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Water tips for brokers, solicitors
GOULBURN-Murray Water and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action are inviting brokers and solicitors to an online forum on Friday, June 16. It…
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Despite recent downpours, prepare as El Nino on watch
With more than 50mm of rain falling on Mildura this month, increased warnings of an El Niño effect having an impact on the cropping season…
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Saving bees is a sweet deal
SUNRAYSIA residents will have the opportunity to receive a $500 grant and take part in a program that aims to reduce habitat loss for bees…
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Innovative farm tech on display
THE Mallee Regional Innovation Centre has hosted an innovation showcase at the SuniTAFE Smart Farm. Chief executive Rebecca Wells said a group of about 40 people…
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