Agriculture.
With such an abundance of land and produce, Australia is a significant world producer of agricultural products, including wheat, wool, beef and pork.
Agriculture.
With such an abundance of land and produce, Australia is a significant world producer of agricultural products, including wheat, wool, beef and pork.
green farms: aussie ag innovations
Agriculture is set for a massive change to ensure we can still feed the planet while keeping it good nick for our grandchildren. Check out the agricultural innovations that are set to shake up the industry.
New diet for yellowtail kingfish to preserve wild stocks
Australian aquaculture operators are seeking more sustainable ways to feed yellowtail kingfish for improved commercial production of the species.
Eating clean for less with Box Divvy
Box Divvy is the company connecting farmers and growers with local communities to help them cook and eat clean for less.
Australia’s egg supply at risk from bird flu
Four Victorian farms have gone into quarantine after bird flu was identified on site, putting Australia’s egg and poultry supply at risk.
The global orange juice supply is under threat
Global orange juice supply is declining due to environmental factors, but will this present a new opportunity for Australian citrus farmers?
Bee Gym breakthrough in tackling Varroa Mite
A new study shows the The Bee Gym offers a chemical-free alternative to one of beekeeping’s most devastating parasites – the Varroa mite.
Decline in Australia’s consumption of fresh food
The ABS has found that Australians consumed less fruit, vegetables and milk in the last year, reflecting a wider trend in dietary choices.
An outlook on the Australian dairy sector in 2024
Rabobank has predicted that the Australian dairy sector will see promising growth in 2024, leading to improved industry conditions.
A guide to Australia’s emerging agricultural industries
Discover the emerging agricultural industries making waves in Australia and learn how they continue to innovate and expand.
The Australian coffee revolution is brewing
As Australian coffee rapidly gains recognition on the global stage, it offers a fresh perspective on our unique ‘taste of place.’
Goterra’s buzzworthy approach to tackling food waste
The groundbreaking partnership between Woolworths and Goterra leverages insects in ‘Maggot Robots’ to tackle food waste.
The future of plant-based meat in Australia
Plant-based meat alternatives are growing in popularity due to the associated health benefits and environmentally-friendly production practices.
Cost of living relief for farming communities
The National Farmers’ Federation is urging the government to assess agricultural policies as they prioritise cost of living relief.
Using technology for farming the future
Individual farmers could increase their returns by a massive 250 per cent by using innovations that help close the gap for farming the future.
Major potential in the pomegranate industry
A recent review of the pomegranate industry has revealed that this small sector has massive potential for growth and trade.
A deadly misconception in the shrimp industry
Scientists have determined that POC tests are not as effective as farmers believe, resulting in massive implications for the shrimp industry.
Developing the hemp industry into a thriving Aussie sector
Leaders in the hemp industry are calling for new legislation to promote growth in this sector with high-potential and infinite possibilities.
Discover the potential of the camel milk industry
Summer Land Camels is Australia’s biggest camel farm, and they want to share the untapped potential of the camel milk industry.
Could this be the end of China’s import duties on Aussie wine?
China have agreed to reassess their import duties for Australian wine, a decision that could have great implications for our producers.
Strengthening Australia’s lavender industry
A new report into Australia’s lavender industry has identified several strategies to help this sector grow into its full potential.
How the Farm Relief Tool could support you
The Australian Government has announced the launch of the Farm Relief Tool, aimed at helping farmers in times of natural and mental stress.
Introducing the winner of the AgriFutures Research Award
The winner of the 2023 Agrifutures Research Award has been announced, and the project is set to revolutionise the poultry industry.
The app helping farmers to monitor their livestock
Stoktake is the new facial recognition program supporting the Australian farming industry, and it’s gaining international attention.
The bee-autiful honeybee product changing the industry
Research has revealed that propolis produced by Australian bees could be the key to unlocking a whole new industry across the country.
Tear-ific tearless onions have arrived in Australia
The days of crying for your meal are over, as shoppers can now find tearless onions on their supermarket shelves thanks to a new partnership.
Amazing Anameka | The CSIRO’s drought-resilient shrub
Scientists have developed a drought-resilient variety of Anameka Saltbush in preparation for a tough season of drought.
Sowing the seeds with Kikuyu grass
A decade-long project has resulted in the development of disease resistant Kikuyu grass, and Aussie farmers are celebrating.
What to expect for the 2023 dairy season
A new report released by Rabobank highlights the challenges and improvements that farmers can expect for the 2023 dairy season.
The FastStart Cotton Award is bigger than ever
The FastStart Cotton Establishment Award has announced its winners for the 2022/2023 season, and it seems the cotton industry is booming.
Three farming apps you need to try
These farming apps are improving the industry by streamlining the growing process and making connections in rural areas.
Breeding strawberries for the future
A new program will seek to breed strawberries for automated picking, enhancing the capacity for tech in Australia’s farming sector.
The possible power of Aussie pine nuts
Establishing an Australian pine nut industry has its complications, but research suggests the benefits could be better than expected.
How red seaweed is saving the environment
A study has found that feeding red seaweed to cows could help reduce Australia’s methane emissions and protect our environment.
Why all farmers should check on their honeybees
‘Bee Pest Blitz’ is the annual program motivating farmers to protect our honeybees, ensuring the future of this essential industry.
Aussie farmers are facing a mental health crisis
A new study has revealed that the mental health of Aussie farmers is rapidly declining. So how can we help? And what has caused this crisis?
Positive outlooks for Australia’s beef industry
China’s post-covid reopening is offering new opportunities for Australia’s beef industry, according to a recent report from Rabobank.
Lord of the fruit flies
We speak to three Australians on the frontlines of the war against fruit flies: one of the world’s most destructive agricultural pests.
‘Drinking’ milk is vital to maintaining the dairy industry
According to a study from Robobank, drinking milk remains crucial to Australia’s dairy industry, impacting farmers and consumers alike.
The importance of agritourism
Tommerup farm has faced many ups and downs, but their continued success is thanks to agritourism, a sector overlooked for too long.
How researchers are saving the peanut industry
Australia has always relied on imported peanuts to feed our growing appetites, but could new research put Aussie farmers in the spotlight?
What will Australian agriculture look like in 2023?
A recently released industry-outlook has predicted the state of the agricultural sector for the coming year, and there’s lots to unpack.
How Australia’s potato shortage could affect you
Australia’s potato shortage is impacting consumers across the nation. And many say there’s more to come over the next few months.
The rise of sunflower tourism
Discover the sunflower power thanks to three Aussie businesses who are using their sunflowers as popular tourist attractions.
How AgriFutures is supporting rural women
AgriFutures has announced the seven recipients of the Rural Women’s Acceleration Grant, and they’re ready to change the world.
Why hasn’t organic wine taken off in Australia?
Organic wine is healthier for the planet and those who drink it than the conventional variety. So, why the lack of interest from Australians?
Trends in Australian agriculture for 2023
New technology, animal welfare and biosecurity measures are just some of the current and future trends in Australian agriculture for 2023.
Making marron mainstream | The WA delicacy taking the country by storm
Marron is the fine-dining fish now being celebrated by restaurants and businesses alike, and it could change the culinary landscape.
Farm to Buy program gives boost to blue economy
Tech startup Oceanfarmr launches Farm To Buy, a new program providing capital to Australian aquaculture businesses.
Why Australian avocados are being exported to Japan
The Australian avocado industry is set to increase their trade with Japan, with plans to become more competitive on the international market.
Australia’s prospering agrifoodtech sector
With the development of new restaurant technologies and plant-based protein companies, Australia has developed a reputation for being an ‘agricultural powerhouse’.
2022 recipients of the NSW Farmers Tertiary Scholarship Program
The recipients of the 2022 NSW Farmers Tertiary Scholarship have been announced, and they are excited to make change in the industry.
The awards helping to save Australia’s water supply
Finalists for the 2022 Zimmatic Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards have been announced, and they’re set on protecting our water supply.
The many moving parts of Australia’s oyster industry
The oyster industry is a delicate operation in Australia, with many moving parts. We explore how oysters get from nursery to farm to plate, all in time for Christmas.
EWE+3: A groundbreaking new cheese that must be tried
EWE+3 is Australia’s first sheep, camel, goat, and jersey milk cheese, coming all the way from the Scenic Rim, and it’s here to stay.
Jaw-dropping beef jerky | How the industry is making a comeback
The market for beef jerky is on the rise, and Aussie farmers are doing everything they can to keep up with this new demand.
George the Farmer and Rabobank for National Book Week
Rabobank’s partnership with George the Farmer aims to champion agricultural literacy and education amongst children in both rural and urban communities.
Heavy Helpers: 3 Finalists of the 2022 Bob Hawke Landcare Award
Introducing Dr Mary Retallack, Mr Bruce Maynard, and Mr Geoff Bassett as emerging Australian leaders in landcare projects.
Australian-first cultivation calculator to make better pastures
An Australian cultivation calculator has been developed to help farmers assess how much cultivation work they need to make better pastures.
Australia’s Dairy Defiance
Australia’s dairy industry may be facing a new set of obstacles in the wake of a global pandemic, but they’re as hopeful about the future as ever.
FarmBeats | The future of agricultural production
The new FarmBeats program is using technology to find creative farming solutions. And they’re asking for help from the next generation.
A tomato by any other name…
Perfection Fresh is changing the tomato growing game with their state-of-the-art glasshouse facility, bringing fresh produce to our tables.
The resurgence of the Australian wool industry
The Australian wool industry is bigger than ever, with major brands using merino wool in their products for comfort and style.
Pork talk
Pork has been an Australian staple for decades, and now the move towards ethical pork production is sending the industry to a whole new level
The future of macadamia farming
Hinkler Park Plantations is the first carbon positive business in the macadamia industry. And it’s all thanks to a few simple changes.
A hive of honey bees
Over 20,000 tonnes of honey is produced by registered hives in the Australian honey bee industry. But, honey bees are more than their honey.
Seaweed farming for ocean fodder
A financial injection of $1.5 million dollars from the Australian government will see commercial seaweed farming grow exponentially.
Getting innovative in the dairy industry
Although prices in the dairy industry are increasing due to record-low production, some producers say it’s time to cut out the middleman.
Keeping the Varroa mite off of our Australian honey bees
A new surveillance program has been announced to monitor pest species like the Varroa mite that threaten the Australian honey bee industry.
Behavioural patterns of chicks | The pecking order
Chicks and chickens are more socially advanced than some of us might believe. Lucia Regolin delves into the behavioural patterns of chicks.
6 agricultural innovations for sustainable farms
Agriculture is set for a massive shakeup to ensure we can still feed the planet while keeping it good nick for our grandchildren.
Get fertilised – recycled liquid fertiliser
With new innovations in recycling technology, batteries can now mean recycled liquid fertiliser for the agricultural community.
Solving the Agri workforce challenge that Australian farmers are facing
Great yields of 2020-21 have been undermined by increasing difficulty accessing the workforce required to capitalise on their bumper seasons.
Australian Start-up reaching last-mile communities
AgUnity is an Australian start-up changing the lives of rural, remote and low income farmers around the world.
Removing plastic from the supply-chains
TranspiratiONal is a sprayable and biodegradable emulsion solution developed by the CSIRO to reduce plastic waste in agriculture.
The Environmental Cowboy Khory Hancock is tackling climate change
Khory Hancock is the environmental cowboy fighting for conservation and ecological protection, starting in his own backyard.
Australian start-up recruits fungi and bacteria to save our soil
Meet Think Bio, the Australian start-up building a team of bacteria and fungi to improve global food production and sustainability.
Your Food Collective – Groceries as a force for good
Your Food Collective is building the blueprint for a carbon positive food system where consumers are part of the regeneration of our planet.
Agridigital – The start-up transforming Australia’s grain industry
Agridigital is helping grain growers, buyers and traders across the world unlock new levels of growth, profit and sustainability.
Regenerative farming – the way forward for Australian agriculture
Kellie Walters, CEO of VRM BioLogik Group, explains why switching to regenerative farming is the only way forward.
Microgreens, coming to a dinner plate near you
Using the latest ag-tech, Elle Astrup has developed a tasty solution to Australia’s ongoing obesity and health crisis – Microgreens.
Australian mussels: the latest superfood trend
Self-sufficient, carbon-neutral, and packed with protein and vital nutrients, Australian mussels could be our answer to sustainable seafood.
Forging a path for young female farmers
Catherine Velisha, Managing Director of Velisha Farms, is on a mission to inspire the next generation of female farmers.
The dirt on Australian truffles
Australian truffles are officially in season, so we’re taking a look at the history of this rare fungi and why they’re so expensive.
Smart technology gives oyster farming a digital transformation
After decades of industry stagnation, Ewan McAsh has developed new smart technology that will transform oyster farming in Australia.
Space tech is transforming agriculture on earth
As climate change and population growth put increasing pressure on food production, space tech is becoming increasingly important in farming.
How to reduce food waste – innovation and investment are key
Wondering how you can reduce food waste? First, you need to understand where it comes from and who the biggest offenders really are.
It’s probably time to upgrade your exclusion fencing
There’s a huge trend towards exclusion fencing among Australian farmers. Here’s what you need to know about investing in the right gear.
Regenerative agriculture: future-proofing Australian farms
Despite climactic and financial challenges, these farmers are delivering great results year on year. Their secret? Regenerative agriculture.
New biotech breakthrough puts pests on trial
A new biotech breakthrough has paved the way for scientists to create GMO insects to eradicate pests and disease-carrying insects.
Australia’s strawberry industry in a jam
The Australian strawberry industry has been forced to withstand several challenges during the pandemic. But there is positive news, yet.
The new science helping cotton crops survive the heat
The Atwell Lab at Macquarie University is developing genetically modified cotton crops to help them survive the heat.
Home roasted: Australia’s coffee roaster pioneer
In the hills behind Byron Bay, a pioneering coffee farm is transforming the crop to cup process in the Australian coffee industry.
New strategy for tackling Fall Armyworm
New research reveals how to deal with the latest agricultural threat to Australia’s farming industry, fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda).
Going Straight To The Source
Straight To The Source, the brainchild of leading food industry experts Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon, brings growers, buyers and...
Meet Phillipa, the Pinnaroo Farmer
Phillipa Lawson, a fourth-generation farmer, shares the story of her family’s 1500-hectare property and the birth of The Pinnaroo Farmer.
World’s bee population faces its own pandemic
As hard as Covid-19 is on humanity, take a moment to think about the European honey bee and its fight for survival against the varroa mite.
The smell of success: Australia’s lavender industry
Australia’s lavender industry is about to bloom in a big way, thanks to a new partnership which could bump Aussie farmers into the international spotlight.
This Aussie farm’s success is driving everyone nuts
We go behind the scenes at Stahmann Nuts to see what makes this Australian operation such an ongoing success story.
Quinoa hits the mainstream
This ancient grain is about to burst out of its boutique bubble and hit the mainstream as a new open access variety becomes available.
Our thriving macadamia industry
Australia has enjoyed a long love affair with the humble macadamia nut; known for its beautiful “buttery” taste and health benefits that range from its ability to lower your cholesterol, to keeping your hair nice and shiny.
Biostimulants: turning dirt into soil
While some farmers continue to treat their land like dirt, a small group are beginning to introduce biostimulants to create healthy, high-yielding soil.
Inside Australia’s olive oil industry
We investigate the realities of working in the olive oil business and see how these local producers are giving the Mediterraneans a run for their money.
Upsetting the apple cart
We take a bite out of Australia’s struggling apple industry so see if designer apples are the way forward or if the idea is flawed to the core.
Australia’s truffle industry is causing a kerfuffle
If you find yourself at some of world’s top restaurants with a hankering for truffles, there’s a good chance they will have been grown Down Under.
The Australian avocado industry
We trace the avocado boom back to its roots and discover how “smashed avo on toast” became a hallmark of Australian brunch culture.
What a bunch of Nut Jobs
We speak to three Australian farmers who say their industry is going nuts and showing no sign of slowing. Who do they have to thank? Vegans, apparently.
Laying the foundations for a new Australian egg industry
The Australian egg industry is thwarted with debate over animal welfare, but these three farmers are changing the game for the better.
Australian smart farms: a $22 billion opportunity
There is no doubt that ‘smart farms’ can increase yields and reduce operating costs. But is the Australian agriculture industry...
Bright future for Australian Wagyu beef
Currently in a holding pattern due to reduced profitability, Wagyu beef offers an alternative for cattle producers looking to...
Is the future of Australian livestock markets online?
The Australian stock auctioneer at the local saleyards is synonymous with the bush. But with smaller stockyards consolidating...
Australian crocodile industry: A load of croc
Hunted to the brink of extinction, the saltwater crocodile has made a stellar comeback, creating a bunch of lucrative...