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A $500m boost to fixing NSW country bridges

A $500m boost to fixing NSW country bridges

One farmer travels extra 60km because bridge is so bad

Narrandera rail line could be a critical link

Narrandera rail line could be a critical link

Wresting our agricultural infrastructure into the 21st century may not be easy, but there are those willing to have a go.

World's oldest ram semen still swimming strong

World's oldest ram semen still swimming strong

It may have been put on ice decades ago but this semen lives on.

Photos from Bedgerabong races

Photos from Bedgerabong races

Check out all the photos at Bedgerabong Cup.

Narrandera rail line could be a critical link

Narrandera rail line could be a critical link

Wresting our agricultural infrastructure into the 21st century may not be easy, but there are those willing to have a go.

All the faces of the Boorowa Flock Ewe Competition

All the faces of the Boorowa Flock Ewe Competition

See who the top five flocks were in this year's Boorowa Flock Ewe Competition.

Rural revitalisation projects kick off

Rural revitalisation projects kick off

Behavioural scientist Allan Parker has agreed to partner with The Land to give his time and help get a new rural revitalisation project up and running.

Dairy industry sceptical of Labor's plan to regulate milk price

Dairy industry sceptical of Labor's plan to regulate milk price

Milk floor price won't fix fundamental issues impacting dairy industry profitability, producers say

Growing the happy nuts

Growing the happy nuts

It is very hard not to smile when your produce of choice is always smiling back at you. That is the case for Elong Elong grower Richard Barton who has grown pistachios in NSW’s Central West for more than 40 years.

Rural revitalisation projects kick off

Rural revitalisation projects kick off

Behavioural scientist Allan Parker has agreed to partner with The Land to give his time and help get a new rural revitalisation project up and running.

Federal support for on-farm forestry

Federal support for on-farm forestry

Federal support for a renewed forests industry comes with a $20m funding promise but timber contractors warn that unless there is a market for thinned logs the future for plantations, and private native forestry, is greatly reduced.

Photos from Bedgerabong races

Photos from Bedgerabong races

Check out all the photos at Bedgerabong Cup.

Dairy industry sceptical of Labor's plan to regulate milk price

Dairy industry sceptical of Labor's plan to regulate milk price

Milk floor price won't fix fundamental issues impacting dairy industry profitability, producers say

World's oldest ram semen still swimming strong

World's oldest ram semen still swimming strong

It may have been put on ice decades ago but this semen lives on.

Growing the happy nuts

Growing the happy nuts

It is very hard not to smile when your produce of choice is always smiling back at you. That is the case for Elong Elong grower Richard Barton who has grown pistachios in NSW’s Central West for more than 40 years.

Federal support for on-farm forestry

Federal support for on-farm forestry

Federal support for a renewed forests industry comes with a $20m funding promise but timber contractors warn that unless there is a market for thinned logs the future for plantations, and private native forestry, is greatly reduced.

Sibling rivalry on display at 2019 Bega Show

Sibling rivalry on display at 2019 Bega Show

Bega Valley people combine efforts to put on their annual three day show.

Sibling rivalry on display at 2019 Bega Show

‘Beef up’ tick fever rules

Injemira Techno N275 hits auction high of $54,000

A natural progression

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GrainCorp hints at possible asset sales, but no fresh takeover news

GrainCorp hints at possible asset sales, but no fresh takeover news

LTAP's ambitious $2.4 billion offer for GrainCorp did not prompt any questions at Wednesday’s annual general meeting.

Dairy sector digesting floor price proposal

Dairy sector digesting floor price proposal

Dairy farmers are waiting to find out more about the ALP's proposed floor price scheme for farmgate milk prices.

Coles, Aldi stay low as flak flies over `loss leading' milk prices

Coles, Aldi stay low as flak flies over `loss leading' milk prices

Dairy farmers praise and public support for the modest Woolworths price rise

Need for seed no concern

Need for seed no concern

The seed production industry is confident there will be no broadscale shortages of seed before this autumn's plant.

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Injemira Techno N275 hits auction high of $54,000

Injemira Techno N275 hits auction high of $54,000

Injemira bull top to $52,000 to average $8682

Holbrook home to world’s top two cows

Holbrook home to world’s top two cows

Sponsored content: Hicks Beef tops International Genetics Solutions' All Purpose Index with two top quality females.

Cattle industry pulls together on flood drive

Cattle industry pulls together on flood drive

Want to help? There are many ways you can.

Goat demand still strong

Goat demand still strong

Goat industry continues down path of semi-management.

Last minute trip to Australia worth it for NZ Speckle Park breeders

Last minute trip to Australia worth it for NZ Speckle Park breeders

Despite not needing to be convinced on ‘why speckle park’, Martin and Sarah Forsyth, NZ, were really intrigued by the line-up of speakers when they first heard about the event.

Shift to black at Cumnock

Shift to black at Cumnock

Cumnock beef producer, Bruce Gavin, began his shift to the 'dark side' about 10 years ago when he started joining his Shorthorn heifers to Angus bulls.

Waverley Run’s wave of success

Waverley Run’s wave of success

High gains and healthy - black baldies a choice pick for feedlot performance.

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All the faces of the Boorowa Flock Ewe Competition

All the faces of the Boorowa Flock Ewe Competition

See who the top five flocks were in this year's Boorowa Flock Ewe Competition.

The dream that became a reality...

The dream that became a reality...

Advertiser content: Shearwell Australia have one of the fastest order turn around rates in the country, and their product was developed by farmers for farmers.

Nation's wool clip takes another hit

Nation's wool clip takes another hit

New torment for woolgrowers as dust and shorter wools sees national average clip yield lower.

World's oldest ram semen still swimming strong

World's oldest ram semen still swimming strong

It may have been put on ice decades ago but this semen lives on.

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First Woolmark-certified running shoe leaps into market

First Woolmark-certified running shoe leaps into market

Advertiser content: Athletic Propulsion Labs® (APL) has launched their TechLoom Breeze Merino Wool collection - the first- ever technical knit shoe to be certified by The Woolmark Company.

Producers urged to take action in national Sheep Parasite Survey

Producers urged to take action in national Sheep Parasite Survey

Advertiser content: Sheep producers are being urged to participate in a national survey that could change the way the industry manages parasites such as worms, flies and lice.

Why does wool breathe?

Why does wool breathe?

Advertiser content: Human beings rely on clothing to help regulate their body temperatures, and this creates the feeling of comfort. Due to the wool fibre’s inherent characteristics, wool fabrics provide this thermal comfort better than any other common apparel fibre.

Maintaining China’s desire for Aussie wool

Maintaining China’s desire for Aussie wool

Advertiser content: Trade between China and Australia is fundamental for the Australian wool industry. In 2018, AWI has marked more than half a century of a cross-cultural partnership between Australia and China – spanning trade through to design.

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Universal Feeders solve common problems for farmers

Universal Feeders solve common problems for farmers

Advertiser content: Issues with existing feeders lead innovative farmer Bruce Clarke to develop a product that is set to help farmers everywhere.

Barley proves the best option for Terry in a tough season

Barley proves the best option for Terry in a tough season

Sponsored content: A bio-stimulant has made the difference for a successful grower who has harvested one of the few barley crops in drought stricken northern NSW.

ReachOut: 24/7 support for teens and families struggling with the drought

ReachOut: 24/7 support for teens and families struggling with the drought

Advertiser content: ReachOut has published a drought care package for young people and their parents, available to all online.

Secure a golden ticket from Glenliam Farm dispersal

Secure a golden ticket from Glenliam Farm dispersal

Advertiser content: An elite Murray Grey herd will go under the hammer March 2 at 1pm as Ken and Maureen Cowley disperse their stud.

This iconic Australian property offers water, prosperity and security

This iconic Australian property offers water, prosperity and security

Sponsored content: This exceptional Australian property has mixed farming opportunities and plenty of water making it a sound investment.

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The Coopers Couch E3: Ongoing dry creates the perfect storm for Pinkeye

The Coopers Couch E3: Ongoing dry creates the perfect storm for Pinkeye

Sponsored content: Cases of pinkeye are on the rise across the country due to the dry and dusty conditions bought on by drought, but there is a solution.

The Coopers Couch E2: You can’t make money off lambs if they don’t make it to marking

The Coopers Couch E2: You can’t make money off lambs if they don’t make it to marking

Sponsored content: If you’ve got low birthing rates you’re going to have a bad year. That’s why it’s essential, experts say, to protect your flock against Campylobacter.

The Coopers Couch E1: Protecting against MH and IBR is important to control BRD

The Coopers Couch E1: Protecting against MH and IBR is important to control BRD

BRD is one of the most common and costly diseases facing the beef cattle industry globally. However, you can significantly reduce the risk.

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All the faces of the Boorowa Flock Ewe Competition

All the faces of the Boorowa Flock Ewe Competition

See who the top five flocks were in this year's Boorowa Flock Ewe Competition.

Giant snake found on Junee man’s property a rare species

Giant snake found on Junee man’s property a rare species

Dog alerts owners to huge snake in yard.

Photos from Bedgerabong races

Photos from Bedgerabong races

Check out all the photos at Bedgerabong Cup.

Taking Australian agtech to the world

Taking Australian agtech to the world

Agriculture 4.0 initiative targets offshore investors for Australia's food and fibre production industries

Readers amazing photos of the dust storms

Readers amazing photos of the dust storms

Readers share their photos of the dust storms being experienced around the state.

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Lowest national crop in over a decade

Lowest national crop in over a decade

Last year's national crop was the smallest since 2007-08, in spite of the second biggest year on record in Western Australia.

Grains industry news in brief

Grains industry news in brief

Brazilian soybean production down, a new glasshouse development closer to reality and new CBH directors.

Can Grain Prices Keep Going Higher?

Can Grain Prices Keep Going Higher?

Sponsored content: With Australian wheat and barley production down in the most recent harvest, what factors are set to influence our grain prices in the near future?

Need for seed no concern

Need for seed no concern

The seed production industry is confident there will be no broadscale shortages of seed before this autumn's plant.

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Higher horsepower working for growers

Higher horsepower working for growers

The Fendt Vario 1000 is performing well after a years work

Warning, paddock crossing the road

Warning, paddock crossing the road

Strategic tillage is back, but what is the risk?

Steel is back in the paddock

Steel is back in the paddock

Tillage is back in fashion across all states, though researchers warn of risks and urge caution.

State of decline for tractor sales

State of decline for tractor sales

Its not just the drought impacting on tractor sales

Jivo the apple of their eye

Jivo the apple of their eye

The first Mahindra Jivo's have hit the ground in Australia

Stubble baling is driving up sales

Stubble baling is driving up sales

Case IH LB434XL large square baler is selling well as people look for hay

New blade built to last

New blade built to last

Agriplow new number nine plough blade

Liquid injection gaining in popularity

Liquid injection gaining in popularity

Liquid Systems SA gaining popularity for nutrition injection

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Condamine Gems sold at auction

Condamine Gems sold at auction

Condamine properties Wongalea, Ramona and Topwater sold at auction for $14.5 million.

Marshlands on the market

Marshlands on the market

Greg and Sally Chappell's South Burnett holding Marshlands will be auctioned by Ray White Rural on March 22.

Earlslea to be auctioned on March 16

Earlslea to be auctioned on March 16

The 101 hectare Kaimkillenbun property Earlslea will be auctioned on-site on March 16.

Samara listed for $2.1 million | Video

Samara listed for $2.1 million | Video

Inner Darling Downs property Samara has been listed for $2.1 million after being put to auction.

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Labor demands floor price to 'save' dairy industry

Labor demands floor price to 'save' dairy industry

Labor call for a dairy floor price defeated in parliament today.

Woolies breaks ranks on cheap milk, lifting price to $1.10/L

Woolies breaks ranks on cheap milk, lifting price to $1.10/L

Woolworths has bowed to dairy farmer pressure and rising consumer concern about the drought, ending its contentions $1 milk price

Bega Cheese to build $34m high value milk protein plant

Bega Cheese to build $34m high value milk protein plant

Bega Cheese is to become one of the world’s largest producers of the special lactoferrin protein

Hope runs out as Fleurieu dairyfarmers sell herd

Hope runs out as Fleurieu dairyfarmers sell herd

THE ongoing drought and rising feed prices have been the tipping point that forced Victor Harbor dairyfarmers Stephen Treloar and Colin Dohnt to reassess their place in the industry.

Firm trade stand vital

Firm trade stand vital

Australia must stand firm in trade deal with EU to protect its dairy products from geographical indicator restrictions.

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We should build the Bradfield scheme: Joyce

We should build the Bradfield scheme: Joyce

With record floods in the north and a lack of water in the south, it's time we acted, says MP Barnaby Joyce.

Put your ‘breaks’ on every so often

Put your ‘breaks’ on every so often

It should come as no surprise that our average working week has skyrocketed.

Water policy a hot running topic

Water policy a hot running topic

There is pressure on all side of politics in the lead up to the state election to come up with a solution to balance the social, economic and environmental water needs in NSW.