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United front for farmers
ELISE McKinnon once enjoyed a life of television appearances and red carpets – these days she’s a fiercely passionate advocate for farmers across the state doing it tough.
12 September, 2025
Farmer News
Rate relief for farmers
FARM owners within the Warrnambool municipality will receive rate relief over the 2025-2026 financial year.
12 September, 2025
Local News
Farmers urged to Get Fire Ready now
A RECENT Country Fire Authority (CFA) survey has revealed that 40 per...
Local News
Swooping season is here
AS the weather gets warmer and the days longer, we also start to see the...
Local News
Firewood collection areas now open
RESIDENTS are now able to collect firewood for domestic use following...
Beef
Beef producers hold firm
AUSTRALIAN beef producers are showing resilience and strategic patience in the face of market and seasonal challenges.
14 August, 2025
Local News
Boonaroo Sire Power
BOONAROO Angus is excited to introduce five new powerhouse sires into...
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Boonaroo Sire Power
BOONAROO Angus is excited to introduce five new powerhouse sires into...
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76 bulls on offer at Weeran
We are heading into our 54th Bull Sale on Tuesday February, 25 2025 at...
Lamb
Stud Park South to show top end sheep
STUD Park South Merino and Poll Merino Stud (SPS) will again participate in the Southern Victorian Merino Field Days...
12 September, 2025
Local News
Avoid stock loss after shearing
WITH wool acting as a perfect insulator, it is little wonder that...
Local News
Professional shearing competition to debut
THIS year’s event is set to make history with the launch of its first...
Local News
$4,000 cash prize for major winner
SHEEPVENTION is proud to announce the reinstatement of the Robert F....
Cropping & Soil
Chemical residue exposure risk to stock
WITH the dry conditions and paddocks looking a bit bare, it’s only natural to start eyeing those unused corners of...
12 September, 2025
Local News
Helping growers better manage urea
IMPORTANT research to help grain growers use nitrogen more efficiently...
Local News
Green Triangle bluegum industry secured
UNIMA, near Heywood, is the new site for Australian Bluegum Plantations...
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Tree grants
WITH so many farmers doing it tough, the St Helens and District Landcare...
Animal Health & Husbandry
Kangaroo control rebate on offer
FARMERS who have livestock competing with kangaroos for fodder can now apply for an on-farm kangaroo control rebate.
12 September, 2025
Local News
Animal cruelty charges for Stockyard Hill farmer
A STOCKYARD Hill farmer has pleaded guilty to eight offences relating to...
Local News
Jail time for animal cruelty
MALLEE farmer Steven Ralston has pleaded guilty in the Bendigo...
Local News
Crackdown on exotic animal trade progresses
AGRICULTURE Victoria is continuing its crackdown on the illegal network...
Machinery & Infrastructure
Entries now open for inventions
DO you have a unique invention that you would like to share?
1 July, 2025
Local News
Celebrating 100 years of Caterpillar
VISITORS to the Hamilton Pastoral Museum earlier this month were treated...
Local News
Border permits hamper freight
AUSTRALIAN Livestock and Rural Transporters Association (ALRTA) held its...
Local News
Roads and land tax high on Battin’s agenda
VICTORIAN Opposition leader Brad Battin paid a special visit to...