Ag News

Programs to provide insights to farming business management

RIVERLAND and Mallee primary producers seeking to increase their skills surrounding business management are encouraged to apply for two major farming programs. Applications for the 2025 intake of Rabobank’s Business Management Programs – the...

Staff Contributors

March 2025

Ag News

MLA’s Sheep Genetics program goes from strength to strength

SOUTH Australia’s sheep flock is continuing to experience genetic gain driven by ongoing improvements in the Sheep Genetics program, as revealed in a new report released by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA). Genetic progress continued to...

Staff Contributors

March 2025

Ag News

Don’t forget the benefits of farm laneways

MALLEE primary producers have been reminded of the advantages maintaining a laneway network can have for farming operations. Farm laneways are a great way to improve farm efficiency and reduce labour requirements. Laneways can also provide a useful...

Staff Contributors

March 2025

Ag News

Info series highlights passion for responsible land stewardship

The passion of grain growers for the responsible stewardship of the land is a clear message farmers are sharing with Riverland and Mallee consumers in a new information series. The information series, promoted by GrainGrowers, highlights a modern...

Staff Contributors

March 2025

Ag News

Tech Council welcomes investment in farm connectivity

THE Tech Council of Australia welcomes the Federal Government’s investment in the On Farm Connectivity Program (OFCP), which assists Riverland and Mallee primary producers to take advantage of digital agribusiness solutions. Tech Council CEO...

Staff Contributors

March 2025

Ag News

Chill research with Waikerie pistachios

TRIALS at a Waikerie pistachio orchard are helping to inform the industry’s future chill management practices. The polymer trial for 2024/25 season is being executed in Rob Haynes‘ orchard, in Waikerie, to capture the effects of polymer in...

Staff Contributors

March 2025

Ag News

Backyard chickens are here to stay

CHICKENS have been a mainstay in South Australian backyards for generations. New research from the University of Adelaide reveals that owners see their chooks as a blend between pet and livestock, plus a trustworthy source of produce. “Our...

Staff Contributors

March 2025

Ag News

GPSA launches Seed Register to help drought-affected growers

MALLEE grain growers struggling with seed supply following the drought challenges of 2024 will now have access to a seed register that aims to put them in contact with growers with available stock. Grain Producers SA (GPSA) has launched a new...

Staff Contributors

March 2025

Ag News

A new era of climate-smart farming trials in SA established

A NEW era of climate-smart farming has arrived for South Australia, in the form of long-term research trials being conducted at Loxton, Lameroo and Karoonda. These trials will help livestock, cropping and mixed farmers prepare for and respond to...

Staff Contributors

March 2025

Ag News

GPSA calls for impact assessments on APVMA reviews

GRAIN Producers South Australia (GPSA) has strongly urged the Federal Government to undertake a comprehensive economic and environmental impact assessment after the release of any future preliminary recommendations by the Australian Pesticides and...

Staff Contributors

February 2025

Ag News

Need for Feed travels to South Australia

A large convoy of trucks carrying emergency fodder from Victoria to Murray Bridge passed through Lameroo recently, stopping for a poignant moment in front of the main street’s silo artwork, featuring a depiction of a farmer warming his hands, or...

SA Farmer

January 2025

Ag News

Export market reaches record high

SOUTH Australian exports to China reached an all-time high in the year to August 2024, up 46 per cent in the past 12 months to reach $4.27 billion, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Included in that figure is the $680 million...

SA Farmer

January 2025

Ag News

Monitoring best for early intervention during calving season

REGULARLY monitoring cows is one of the best ways to reduce “unavoidable” tricky births during calving season, according to Agriculture Victoria (AgVic). AgVic livestock development officer Hannah Manning said monitoring can help farmers pick up...

SA Farmer

December 2024

Ag News

Campaign aims to spark fire safety during harvest season

PRIMARY producers are urged to maintain their preventative measures to minimise the risk of sparking fires during this year’s harvest season. Grain Producers SA (GPSA) once again launched its “Don’t Be a Bright Spark” campaign to promote...

SA Farmer

December 2024

Ag News

New members bolster RBS board

RURAL Business Support (RBS) added three new members to its board of directors to further its goal of supporting rural communities across South Australia and the Northern Territory. The new board members, Daniel Casement, Kevin Reid and Christine...

SA Farmer

December 2024

Ag News

New crop varieties released for 2025

Australia’s largest plant breeding company, Australian Grain Technologies (AGT), have recently announced the release of a range of new field crop varieties in South Australia for the 2025 season. At recent field days around the state, AGT Variety...

Staff Contributors

November 2024

Summer Update

Research discovers key to crop pathogens

CENTRE for Crop and Disease Management (CCDM) researchers have discovered a key factor in how pathogens infect crops, which could lead to new strategies to develop pathogen-resistant crops. The research, recently published in PLOS Pathogens...

Staff Contributors

November 2024

Ag News

Survey shows significant concerns on chemical restrictions

A SURVEY of more than 600 growers has found South Australian producers are struggling with access to key chemicals paraquat and diquat, with many highlighting proposed changes which could adversely affect the grain industry. Recent recommendations...

Staff Contributors

November 2024

Summer Update

Hit play in the paddock for GPSA’s Harvest 100 playlist

Grain Producers SA (GPSA) is turning up the volume for harvest with the release of its third and much-anticipated Harvest 100 playlist. Packed with iconic anthems, country hits, and rock classics, this year’s playlist is the ultimate soundtrack to...

Staff Contributors

November 2024

Spring update

Rural partnership continues to build mental health support

FARMERS and rural communities could see increased access to mental health services through a new partnership between a global animal health brand and one of the nation’s biggest mental health support providers. Zoetis Australia and Beyond Blue are...

Staff Contributors

August 2024

Ag News

Celebrating excellence in agriculture: 2024 Royal Adelaide Show competitions are now open

The Royal Adelaide Show, an iconic event in South Australia’s agricultural calendar is set to kick off on August 31, for nine days of family fun. This means Royal Adelaide Show competitions are now opening for entries. With livestock and...

Staff Contributors

April 2024

Ag News

Grain producer CFS volunteers threaten to walk away

A NUMBER of South Australian grain producers who are SA Country Fire Service (CFS) volunteers have stated in a Grain Producers SA (GPSA) survey that they may walk away from their membership if any changes are made to the 2m work height Grassland...

Alexandra Bull

March 2024