eNewsletter - Volume 13
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John Deere introduces a new line of large, high-horsepower tractors – the 9030 Series.

At SWEP, we have been devoted to providing high-quality, independent support for farmers in Australia and around the World since 1980.

The feedlot industry plays a significant role in assisting Australia to maintain its status as the largest beef exporter in the world.

Australian farmers share a unique spirit of commitment and a determination to thrive and prosper.
South East Queenslanders have remained focused on Target 140 and used an average of 123 litres per person.
Downstream in the Windorah area, properties have been contacted by local government advising them of an expected peak of around six metres later in the week
While forest fires can often result in an initial increase in water runoff from catchments, it’s the forests and bush growing back that could cause future problems for water supplies.

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A new AgForce project to increase co-ordinated wild dog control across Queensland grazing industries aims to help turn around the estimated $33 million annual losses.
The Rudd Labor government’s proposed review of drought assistance to the farming sector in the face of climate change is appropriate, according to Professor Nick Klomp.
Avocados Australia and Australian avocado growers congratulate both Dr Tony Whiley and Mr Ken Pegg for their tireless and dedicated work for the avocado industry.

When it comes to the best steel fencing products available, Waratah® is in a paddock of its own
TAFE SA has been expanding education and training opportunities in regional South Australia over the last two years.
South Australia’s paramedics will be armed with a total of 107 new life-saving heart defibrillators thanks to a $2.3 million funding boost from the State Government.
Tourism Australia has joined forces with United States publishing powerhouse Conde Nast to profile Australia’s credentials as one of the world’s top eco-tourism destinations.

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Rural lifestyles offer community, career and personal opportunities – as well as some major challenges.
AgForce president Peter Kenny congratulates country music achiever Lee Kernaghan on being named 2008 Australian of the Year and commends his ongoing efforts.
In a major stamp of approval for the Iemma Government’s equine influenza (EI) strategy, all States and Territories of Australia have agreed to recognise the current EI Green Zone

Avocados Australia is the peak industry body for the Australian avocado industry. They provide a range of services to their members and the broader industry to foster growth and development.
Farmers could now have the best opportunity in years to replenish valuable fodder reserves by choosing high quality pasture and fodder crops for hay and silage production.
New air service contracts provided under the Queensland Government's regional transport initiative – qconnect – will deliver major service improvements and fare reductions.
Wool Basis Contracts offer an easy way to forward sell your wool and take advantage of good prices in the Market. It simply replaces the MPG on the day your wool is sold.

AgCareers.com vision is to be the leading supplier of Human Resource Services to the Agricultural, Food, Natural Resources, and Biotechnology industry.
While business and industry assess the impact of ratifying the Kyoto Protocol, Victorian forest growers have moved beyond climate change.
A project to develop new drought and salt resistant crops will help Victorian farmers get more reliable pasture production from dry conditions
Researchers from the Mackinnon Project, based at the University of Melbourne’s Veterinary School are participating in the development of a unique animal friendly technology.

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Case IH has added the all-new JX Straddle series to its low horsepower line up.
Farmers back Government bid for better environmental programs
NSW Minister for Primary Industries Ian Macdonald reminded crab fishers to do the right thing after more than 80 illegal crab traps were seized on the north coast.