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eNewsletter - Volume 25
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East Gippsland Field Days John Deere introduces a completely new line of sprayers, the 4730, 4830 and 4930 Series Self–Propelled Sprayers.
John Deere clarifies position on biodieselBrooks Buildings of Wollongong has been building wool sheds and a large range of rural industrial sheds for more than 37 years, using only the strongest and most reliable materials available.
Recruit workforce from Pacific Islands  The NSW Rural Fire Service invites staff and volunteers from fire agencies across Australasia plus other interested stakeholders to attend the 12th Annual Australasian Education & Fire Awareness Conference.
Cattle Council welcomes closer ties The Punt Hill Apartment Hotel Group, an independent Australian owned company, has expanded its operations to include over 400 apartments, making it one of the largest serviced apartment operators in the Melbourne Metro area.
Featured Website - DonaldsonLMADEC Harvest Labour Offices operate 12 months of the year to assist local growers and contractors to meet their harvest labour requirements.
Landholders are urged to take action to control the toxic weed Paterson’s curse following the good rains over the past few months.
Gene function scientists at SARDI (SA Research and Development Institute) are helping to take the guesswork out of breeding an exciting new line of non-GM pastures.
Livestock producers have until May 27 to provide input into the development of new animal welfare standards and guidelines being written for the land transportation of livestock.
eatured Business -   OneSteel Waratah Located in Canning Vale, Western Australia, Gerrard Hydraulics is a recognised leader in hydraulic sales and service across all industry sectors, for the supply and servicing of hydraulic components.
The Australian Government will resume trade in live cattle to Egypt, subject to strict conditions including the use of a new purpose-built feedlot and abattoir facility inspected by Australian authorities.
The NSW Farmers’ Association has welcomed the announcement by the State Government that an agreement has been reached to secure the rail transport of this year’s grain harvest.
The Department of Agriculture and Food blackleg disease model is predicting that many early sown canola crops this year will escape serious infection with blackleg – one of the most destructive diseases of canola.
Featured Product -  Davey's three step treatment for rainwater for personal consumption Case IH’S versatile Puma tractor range has won a US machinery innovation award. US magazine Farm Industry News recently announced the winners of its 2008 FinOvation awards.
The Department of Agriculture and Food has welcomed industry input for a project aimed at developing a decision aid for growers on break crops.
Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Minister Tony Burke warned retailers and activists against a misinformation campaign that could hurt Australian growers.
Research undertaken by Dairy Australia has shown that despite the rising price of dairy in the Middle East, demand among regular consumers remains strong.
Featured Special Offer -   Yanmar diesel intelligence delivers endless electricity Want to carry all kinds of cargo - and haul in up to $700.00 factory cash back in the process? Then you need a John Deere Gator™ utility vehicle.
AUSVEG is excited to announce the 2009 Australian Vegetable Industry Conference, to be held in Melbourne, 4 – 6 May.
The Australian Dried Fruits Association (ADFA) has welcomed the announcement by the Australian Customs Service (Customs) regarding its decision to commence an investigation into the alleged dumping of Greek processed dried currants exported to Australia.
The Brumby Government is helping the Bendigo Winegrowers Association promote itself as a producer of ‘Rich Ripe Reds’ with a $14,820 grant.
Featured Profile -  Robert Prince - CEO for Nursery & Garden Industry Aust Ben Fargher was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the National Farmers' Federation (NFF) in February 2005.
The recreational fishing open season for spiny freshwater crayfish, north of the Great Divide, starts on Thursday, May 1, Fisheries Victoria Acting Executive Director Mick Hodder announced.
A commercial fisherman from the State’s mid north coast will face court on numerous charges following what is believed to be the State’s largest seizure of illegally taken rock lobsters, Minister for Primary Industries Ian Macdonald said.
Infestations of Carp in the Lachlan River are making life very difNetworking Womenficult for our native fish.
Featured Organisation - Landcare The NSW State Emergency Service is the most versatile and widely used rescue and public safety organisation in New South Wales.
Scientists working within the joint CSIRO/Grains Research and Development Corporation Crop Biofactories Initiative (CBI) have achieved a major advance by accumulating 30 per cent of an unusual fatty acid (UFA) in the model plant, Arabidopsis.
Australian measurement systems company, GroundProbe, will launch a ground-breaking mine safety and alarm system at the Rustenburg Platinum Mine Ltd (previously known as Potgietersrus Platinums Ltd.) in South Africa.
It’s good to be back in Queensland. Since the election I’ve had many discussions with Anna Bligh about climate change and water issues as they affect this State - and I can assure you she is making the most of Kevin Rudd’s new cooperative Federalism..
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The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has said that Victoria's State Budget announcements, contain some positive investments not only on agriculture through the pre-announced Future Farming strategy but also on regional development.
The NSW Farmers’ Association welcomes the Federal Government’s rethink on the funding for farm apprenticeship incentives.
The National Rural Health Alliance continues to grow in size and diversity with the recent admission of the Rural Indigenous and Health-interest Group (RIHG) of the Chiropractors’ Association of Australia, bringing to 28 the number of current member organisations.

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