Grain Producers SA stands against sheep export ban
GRAIN Producers SA (GPSA) has strongly opposed the recent decision by the Federal Government to phase out live sheep exports by sea.
The decision...
No funding for saleyards
GRANT District Council has expressed its disappointment for the future of the Mount Gambier and Districts Saleyards following its unsuccessful application in the Growing...
Hope for lamb prices
LAMB prices are expected to improve in the second half of the year following a string of tough months.
Nutrien company agent Jeff Olafsen...
NFF delivers 17 priorities for the federal budget to advance agriculture
Australia’s peak farming organisation has put forward 17 investment recommendations for the Federal Government to invest in agriculture and support the sector’s sustainable growth...
Chickpea tariffs lifted
Grain Producers SA (GPSA) have welcomed a decision by the Indian government to suspend tariffs on Australian Desi chickpeas.
The tariffs were originally established...
Strong result overall for South Australia’s grain industry
Despite a favourable start to the 2023-24 season, below average late winter and spring rainfall in all grain producing areas limited yield potential in...
Additional funding supports primary producers
Rural Business Support has received a significant boost with the announcement of $1.7 million in additional federal government funding for its Rural Financial Counselling...
Projects focus on beneficial insects in canola
Grain growers will benefit from improved pest management strategies with the start of two new research projects focussing on beneficial insects in canola.
Grains Research...
Researchers gain access to resources
Three essential ingredients for successful crop breeding are now more available than ever thanks to a new investment between the Grains Research and Development...
Multi-pronged approach to best practice spray application
Grain Producers SA (GPSA) has appointed a consultant to review options to strengthen best industry practice in a bid to address ongoing challenges around...
Optimistic start to season
South Australian farmers have started the year on an optimistic note, with the state’s rural confidence surging in the last quarter, due to reduced...
Record number of genotypes included in Sheep Genetics evaluations in 2022-2023
The Australian sheep flock is continuing to experience genetic gain, driven by ongoing growth in the Sheep Genetics program, as revealed in a new...
Running for a cause returns
THE Coonawarra Running Festival is scheduled to make a return this November, after going on hiatus in 2024 due to lack of funding.
The fundraiser...
