Jul 14, 2017
Sheep EID Myths & Madness by Nathan Scott
Over the passed few weeks we have watched myths and madness prevail in much of the discussion around Victoria's decision to go mandatory with an electronic ID system. I am all for open conversation on the topic, but what becomes…
Jul 14, 2017
Mobile Abattoir takes out SpoutX
Farmgate MSU took the honours in the 2017 SproutX Agtech pitch event held in Melbourne on Thursday night.Farmgate MSU brings the abattoir to the Farm gate and in this day an age where Farmers are trying to add value to their primary…
Jul 13, 2017
Allbirds massive success story
The key to lifting the profile of wool is to use it in innovative ways (can someone tell AWI). Well a New Zealand mob (yet again) has come up with an ingenious idea of making woolen runners and they have taken off. Only available…
Jul 13, 2017
Shearer baggs 2142 in 50 hours work
We all know how hard shearing is, doing one single sheep brings out the sweat in me when I am not a free sweater.Spare a thought for Scott Grant Hurcomb who did a massive 2142 sheep in a 50 hour period and he did it for charity, to…
Jul 13, 2017
This weeks Farm Tender Newsletter - The Great Farming Areas of Australia
My first trip to the Darling Downs in 10 years got me thinking (I do alot) what a wonderful, unique farming area it is. Those black soils, the neat farms, the straight lines and no fences, impressive. Australia is full of unique Farming…
Jul 13, 2017
We can be better than just benchmarking! by Nathan Scott
Is benchmarking leading to mediocrity in our livestock industry? In my opinion, it is. Firstly it is actually just comparative analysis, and doesn’t provide “benchmarks” to aim for, just indications of what others are achieving.…
Jul 13, 2017
Far West NSW stock sell off starts
It's dry out in Western NSW, not that they haven't seen it before. But we are hearing that Graziers are starting to sell livestock in anticipation more so of the forecast ahead than anything else. Any sales though are rewarding for…
Jul 12, 2017
Bega playing cards close on MG
Bega Cheese must be on the hunt, and the prey has to be Murray Goulburn.Bega would not rule out their interest in the Murray Goulburn assets if or when they became available.Bega, who has just purchased the iconic brand Vegemite has…
Jul 12, 2017
Will DEXA work?
DEXA - Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry technology is hailed as the tool that could take Sheep and Cattle production to the next level. It could also bring producers and processors much closer together. In a game where trust is limited…
Jul 12, 2017
Overnight USDA Report from our US correspondent
USDA increased 2017/18 production for corn and soybeans, due to increased planted and harvested acres per the June 30 Acreage report. Yet, the agency left yields unchanged for both crops.CornThis month’s 2017/18 U.S. corn outlook…
Jul 11, 2017
Best year for Mutton prices
The National Mutton indicator finished the financial year on average 419c/kg carcass weight, up 30 percent on last year and over 40 percent on the five-year average.The Mutton price has retreated of late but is still in a strong position…
Jul 11, 2017
Price rise for water - $100-$120/ML
The temporary water price in the Southern Murray Darling basin has reached $100/ML.The forecast of below average rainfall is fueling the market with prices currently fluctuating between that $100/ML mark and $120/ML. However, the…
Jul 11, 2017
The great Dairy Farmer shift
This weekend Dairy Farmers are gearing up to shift processors and it's expected to be big.The change coincides with the monthly milk cheque and the shift in processor pricing since July 1. Some same that it might be the biggest shift…
Jul 11, 2017
Lambex 2018 heads back to Perth
Message from the Chair - Bindi Murray (pictured)Perth, Western Australia, has been chosen as the city to host Australia’s premier lamb industry event, LambEx 2018, on August 1-3, 2018.Western Australia has a strong and passionate…
Jul 11, 2017
AV Weather July 11 post
Subscribe through "Prime" and get a $75 discount. See this link here https://www.farmtender.com.au/primeoffers/av-weather-75-discount-on-our-12-month-subscription-value-...Good evening everyone, hope you are all well. The focus is…
Jul 10, 2017
Dairy Code a good first step
The Australian Dairy Industry Council (ADSIC) in conjunction with consultants, Farmers, state member organisations and processors have developed and new voluntary code of practice for the Dairy industry.The code of practice will help…
Jul 10, 2017
Agritech Accelerator Sproutx takes in 11 Ag Startup
SproutX, the first agritech accelerator in Australia, has accepted 11 startups into its first cohort. These companies will receive an A$40,000 equity investment from the Melbourne-based program in exchange for an 8% equity stake.…
Jul 10, 2017
SA Sheep Farmers given 24 hours to decide
SA Sheep Farmers Bill and Paul Stacey (Pictured) were given 24 hours to decide if they wanted the new Tesla 100 megawatt battery on their Jamestown Property.French company Neoen which owns the Hornsdale Wind Farm which is located…
Jul 10, 2017
Pineapple glut bites
Queensland is in the midst of a Pineapple glut. So when next you go to the market or shop, please add a Pineapple to your bag.The cause has been the heatwave over Summer and the mild Winter. This lead to an early flowering phenomenon…
Jul 10, 2017
Ag Chem mergers drive up prices
There seems to be an ongoing appetite for consolidation amongst World Ag Chemical companies as low commodity prices stem growth. Becuase of tighter margins these companies cannot grow as quickly as they like so they acquire or merge…
