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Friday, December 20, 2024
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Over the fence: And the Bogged Winner Is…

Joint winners go to neighbours Rob Saint and Dan Wilson who spent a few hours helping each other out after they both got bogged...

Farmers warned of nightshade nuisance

Mid North land managers are encouraged to get on top of controlling new outbreaks of silverleaf nightshade (solanum elaeagnifolium) early this summer to prevent...

Watch out for your bales as season heats up

An agricultural insurer has warned hay producers about underinsurance as hay prices rise following impacted supply and demand in the eastern states. Specialist agricultural insurer...

Survey shows grower confidence

Most farmers are optimistic about the long term future of the industry, according the Grain Producers SA’s (GPSA) latest annual survey, although challenges such...

Over the fence: Slow down on dirt roads

The latest generation of semi-trailer b-double road trains and triples can move a lot of grain effectively. But when you are travelling on dirt...

Demand still strong at Jamestown Market

There was a smaller crowd of mostly local buyers but continued strong demand for sheep at the latest Jamestown Market held on December 1. Nutrien...

Farmer of the Year nominations open

Awards recognising excellence in agriculture are back for 2023 with nominations now open. The Kondinin Group and ABC Rural 2023 Australian Farmer of the Year...

Over the fence: Harvest in full swing

The last week’s fine weather has meant farmers are finally making a mark on what is turning out to be a well above average...

Farmers encouraged to seek support

Rural Business Support is encouraging Mid North and Lower North growers to reach out for financial options if they have been impacted by recent...

Over the fence: Farmer frustration

This season is certainly one out of the box as we move into late November with many farmers yet to pull a header into...

Crystal Brook captures Christmas magic

The Crystal Brook and surrounding communities enjoyed the Christmas Street Party, held on Friday night and organised by the Crystal Brook Community Association. There was...