Oct 27, 2017
Steve Henry talks mice movements and myths
CSIRO researcher Steve Henry recently visited the BCG office during his regular monitoring trips which see him cover thousands of kilometres three times each year.With mice wreaking havoc for Wimmera and Mallee growers this season,…
Oct 27, 2017
A quick Billion-dollars of wool
We’ve ticked over the billion-dollar milestone for total value of wool sold this year which is something of an achievement. At this point in the season last year the value was 26% lower than it is today despite the cumulative bales…
Oct 26, 2017
Hazeldean Monaro Sale averages $2839
Hazeldean Merino and Poll Merino Stud held their Monaro Ram Sale on ThursdayOn offer were 104 Rams which sold in a total clearanceTop priced lot was $5000, and the sale averaged $2839Gross takings where $295,256 for the Litchfield…
Oct 26, 2017
Greendale Merino's average $1997
Greendale Merino and Poll Merino Stud, Cooma, NSW held their on-property Ram Sale on ThursdayThey offered 92 rams and sold 81 to a top price of $4250.The average for the sale was $1997Gross takings were $183,724http://www.greendalemerinos.com.au/index
Oct 26, 2017
Wurrook Merino's to $8500
Wurrook Merino Stud, Rokewood, Vic held their on-property Ram Sale this week.They entered 100 fine and superfine wooled Rams and sold 98.The average for the sale was a healthy $2642 and the top price $8500.The sale grossed $258,916…
Oct 26, 2017
Bega no longer interested in Murray Goulburn
Bega Cheese has confirmed it is not a potential buyer of troubled dairy processor Murray Goulburn.Bega was reportedly considering a takeover of Australia's largest milk processor, but said on Thursday it is no longer a potential purchaser,…
Oct 25, 2017
Nathan Free takes out 2017 emerging agri leader award
Victoria’s largest organic producer, Nathan Free has received the 2017 Rabobank Emerging Leader Award, recognising outstanding new leaders in Australia and New Zealand’s food and agribusiness industries.Mr Free, production manager…
Oct 25, 2017
Stud Park South to $4750
Stud Park South Merino and Poll Merino Stud, Willaura, Vic held their Ram Sale on Tuesday.The entered 80 Horn and Poll Rams and sold 74 to a top of $4750 and an average of $2591The sale grossed $191,734 for the Millear family
Oct 25, 2017
Retallack Border Leicester's to $12,500
Retallack Border Leicester Stud, Ariah Park, NSW held their 43rd Production Sale on Tuesday.24 Stud rams sold to a top of $12,500 and an average of $3206.14 Stud Ewes sold to an average of $1157 and a top of $300076 Flock Rams sold…
Oct 25, 2017
Rural Funds Group acquires Queensland cattle aggregation for $72.5 million
Rural Funds Management Limited (RFM) as responsible entity and manager of the Rural Funds Group (RFF), has contracted to acquire three, contiguous cattle properties in Northern Queensland for $53.0 million (inclusive of stamp duty)…
Oct 25, 2017
AgDay launched at Parliament House
From Broome to Bordertown, Bundaberg to Brunswick, all Australians are encouraged to celebrate the nation's farm sector on November 21. National Agriculture and Related Industries Day (AgDay) is the idea of Mrs Gina Rinehart and is…
Oct 25, 2017
Herbicide resistance is increasing and spreading
Weed surveys and herbicide testing results across Australia are consistently confirming that herbicide resistance in economically important crop weeds is increasing and spreading. With some variation between states and regions the…
Oct 25, 2017
5 Minutes with 2016 Growth Awards Regional Winner - Andrew McMahen
Andrew McMahen has a thirst for knowledge. He aims not only to be a good agronomist, but to be an educator. Andrew’s goal is to teach his clients everything he knows and hopes to bring their knowledge up to par with his. While some…
Oct 23, 2017
Check canola pods on the branches, not just the stem
Canola seed colour change indicates peak yield and oil content, making it the key determinant for timing windrowing or desiccation. While most growers and agronomists are aware of this key indicator, there are some misconceptions…
Oct 23, 2017
Avoiding snails this Harvest
Growers are advised they can minimise the chances of snail contamination of grain by adjusting the timing of their harvesting operations.Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) entomologist Svetlana Micic…
Oct 23, 2017
Bega - First Vegemite now Peanut Butter
Australian-owned, Bega Cheese Limited has taken the reins of Australia’s favourite Peanut Butter, keeping it on home soil following the recent acquisition of the former Kraft Peanut Butter factory.Consumers will now see the slightly…
Oct 23, 2017
Recovery signs for dairy as market improves
Modest growth in milk production, generally favourable seasonal conditions and contained input costs all point to the Australian dairy industry entering a recovery phase, according to the latest Situation and Outlook report from Dairy…
Oct 23, 2017
Preferred Queensland inland rail route announced
The Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Darren Chester MP, recently announced the preferred corridor for Inland Rail between the NSW/QLD Border and Gowrie.The corridor to progress to the next phase of design will go…
Oct 23, 2017
Harvest weed seed management
Harvest is only a few short weeks away from commencing in Victoria, and plans are in place for what could potentially be another reasonable harvest. We know that stubble management begins at harvest, but there’s excellent opportunities…
Oct 23, 2017
Droughtmasters to $30,000 at Roma
The Roma Droughtmasters Tropical Breeds Sale was held at the Roma Bull Selling complex, Roma, Qld last Friday.Of the 131 Bulls offered, 120 sold to an average of $5596.Top-price honours went to Roger and Jenny Underwood from Eversleigh…
