Farming and Environment

  • Selfless caring for our wildlife

    Selfless caring for our wildlife

    THERE are those who give far more than they ever receive, and they do what they do not for recognition or praise, but because they…

  • New chief for Victorian Farmers Federation

    New chief for Victorian Farmers Federation

    VICTORIA’S peak farming body has appointed Charlie Thomas as its new chief executive Victorian Farmers Federation president Brett Hosking said Mr Thomas brought a “wealth…

  • Small yet hardy fish rehomed

    Small yet hardy fish rehomed

    THERE’S some big news about some of the Murray River’s smallest fish. The critically endangered Murray hardyhead (Craterocephalus fluviatilis) is making a comeback and has…

  • Strong citrus season expected

    Strong citrus season expected

    THE Sunraysia’s citrus industry has launched into what could be what the harvest growers have been waiting for to consolidate 2024’s return to pre-COVID levels.…

  • New saleyard record set

    New saleyard record set

    MUT at Tempy set an Ouyen saleyard record this week when it saw a line of 84 crossbred lambs knocked down for $366. Although the…

  • Make sure campfires are safe

    Make sure campfires are safe

    CAMPERS are being urged to be safe around campfires during the King’s Birthday long weekend. Forest Fire Management Victoria chief fire officer Chris Hardman said…

  • Dry autumn leads to bushfire warning

    Dry autumn leads to bushfire warning

    VICTORIANS have been warned of an increased bushfire risk across much of the state after a warm and dry autumn. March and April saw the…

  • Marsupial back from the brink

    Marsupial back from the brink

    A FEISTY marsupial known for its unusual breeding strategy — where males die following the annual mating cycle — is again roaming around Scotia Wildlife…

  • New directors bring scientific and on-farm expertise

    New directors bring scientific and on-farm expertise

    BIRCHIP Cropping Group (BCG) has announced the appointment of Dr Marisa Collins and Giles Cunningham to its board, bringing deep scientific, educational, and on-ground production…

  • Mice the target of rodent study

    Mice the target of rodent study

    WALPEUP in the heart Mallee has become the frontline in the rodent wars – and Victoria’s only benchmark and rapid assessment site. Making it part…

  • Drought support extended statewide: Premier to lead task force

    Drought support extended statewide: Premier to lead task force

    THE Victorian Government has announced its drought support package has been extended to farmers across the state. Revealed on Friday, the package was previously restricted…

  • Flooding fears at Menindee drop

    Flooding fears at Menindee drop

    FEARS over potential flooding at Menindee have abated, according to a WaterNSW spokesperson. “There is sufficient room to capture all the arriving water in the…

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