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Oz processor tipped to be broken up
NZ strawberries in the clear — growers
New Zealand strawberry growers say there is no evidence to suggest any connection to the food safety scare engulfing Australian growers.
Australia looks at agricultural visa
Australian farmers are throwing their support behind a proposed agricultural visa, which the Government could soon introduce to ease the worker shortage on farms.
An A$9/kgMS forecast for Oz in 2030?
As you read this, the factors affecting the outlook for global commodity markets are finely balanced, with much swinging on the weather – so there’s nothing new.
Oz farmer forced to sell stock
With feed costs almost doubling, one drought-stricken Australian dairy farmer has been deciding to regularly sell livestock. He would like the government to provide rate relief for farmers affected by drought.
Wine founder given top Australian honour
The man behind the establishment of one of New Zealand’s most renowned wineries has received Australia’s top honour.
Drought top priority for new PM
New Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s first trip in the top job was to a drought-stricken farm in Queensland.
Oz farmers starting to pull the plug
Aussie farmers quietly confident
The new dairy season has just begun and there is already plenty to keep track of for Australian dairy farmers.
Oz milk yield up
Australian dairy farmers produced an estimated 650 million litres in March, an increase of 2% on March 2017.