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Over the fence: Owen Ag Bureau Allan Tiller wheat crop award

This year’s best Wheat crop award went to Nine Mile Farm which was Allan Tiller’s farm. This prestigious award went to his son Kelvin, but...

Hay market in solid state

Despite a late start to the season local growers look set for good returns for their hay with strong market options despite the loss...

Over the fence: A farmers’ quirks laid bare

Former Giggle and Hoot children’s TV compare Jimmy Rees has become a bit of a sensation on TikTok and Facebook of late with his...

Eyes on skies for hay crop

Hay growers will hope for a good finish and some good rains ahead of harvest in spring, with the recent rains lending a helping...

Callout for applicants ahead of harvest

Viterra is looking for people to come onboard to fill roles across its more than 50 South Australian sites ahead of what is expected...

Zinc phosphide efficacy for mouse control proven

Grain baits with double the dose of zinc phosphide may be key in significantly controlling mouse populations in broadscale agriculture, according to new CSIRO...

Ball starts rolling for sheep eID

Local livestock identities will form part of a steering committee to investigate the implementation of a mandatory electronic identification (eID) system for sheep and...

Over the fence: What’s happening in Canada?

Had a chat with Myron Pedersen last week and things in central Canada are looking okay. Myron farms near Winnipeg in Manitoba. By all reports...

HARDI launches GeoSelect on trailers

Primary producers can now have highly sophisticated weed targeting technology on their trailed crop sprayers. Adelaide-based sprayer manufacturer and importer HARDI Australia is adding the...

Over the fence: Sheppo dons the pink shirt

Balaklava’s recently retired gun footballer and sheep expert Tim Shepherd has commenced a new career. Tim was appointed Elders Rural Services district wool manager for...

Top division determined in Mid North

Round eight of Mid North Tennis Association was played on December 15, with the top six for the season now decided. The closest match of...