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Labor cans controversial PALM change, FWC raises minimum wage by 3.75%

Labor cans controversial PALM change, FWC raises minimum wage by 3.75%

Labor has flipped its PALM script and binned a rule forcing farmers to pay labourers 30hr/wk whether they worked them or not.
Sunday, June 2, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (876)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Minimum wage workers to earn 3.75 per cent more

Minimum wage workers to earn 3.75 per cent more

Australia's lowest paid workers will receive a 3.75 per cent pay bump as the Fair Work Commission considers lingering cost-of-living pressures.
Sunday, June 2, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (998)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Rain relief in the west, but parts of NSW too wet

Rain relief in the west, but parts of NSW too wet

Rain was welcomed over the WA cropping belt but it was too much of a good thing for many on the Liverpool Plains in NSW.
Sunday, June 2, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (2003)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Quality freehold buffel grass property running more than 450 cows

Quality freehold buffel grass property running more than 450 cows

Totrara has recently been operated as a breeding operation running more than 450 cows.
Sunday, June 2, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1327)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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The Minister's Dairy: how the live sheep export shutdown unfolded

The Minister's Dairy: how the live sheep export shutdown unfolded

Hot debate has raged over Agriculture Minister Murray Watt's recent visit to Perth to announce the 2028 death sentence on the live sheep by sea trade - ACM-Agri reveals the behind-the-scenes...
Sunday, June 2, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (813)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Western Australian dairy industry finds resilience in domestic market strength

Western Australian dairy industry finds resilience in domestic market strength

Western Australian dairy farmers eye off a profitable year.
Sunday, June 2, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1087)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Woolgrowers paying board directors more than any other commodity

Woolgrowers paying board directors more than any other commodity

Australian Wool Innovation tops rural development corporation director salaries.
Sunday, June 2, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (882)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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SAF future bright for Australian canola, sugar producers

SAF future bright for Australian canola, sugar producers

Sustainable aviation fuel looms as a major source of demand for Australian grain, oilseeds and sugar.
Sunday, June 2, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1317)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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New project to make the most of HRZs

New project to make the most of HRZs

Further work into closing the yield gap in high rainfall zones will be a reality after a joint project between FAR and GRDC was announced.
Saturday, June 1, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1141)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Mixed rice grower reaction to industry marketing shakeup

Mixed rice grower reaction to industry marketing shakeup

The single desk arrangement for Australia's largest rice exporting region will end on July 1, 2025 under a bill being introduced to parliament next month.
Saturday, June 1, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (879)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Prisoners produce dairy products in paddock to plate lesson

Prisoners produce dairy products in paddock to plate lesson

Prisoners learn all aspects of dairy at Cadell Training Centre.
Saturday, June 1, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (913)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Machinery matters - the latest industry news

Machinery matters - the latest industry news

Find out the latest happenings in the machinery sector.
Saturday, June 1, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (976)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Big stretch of private beach for sale right on the border

Big stretch of private beach for sale right on the border

Not your typical beach shack on the Vic/SA border.
Saturday, June 1, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (951)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Dangerous precedent set in live sheep ban

Dangerous precedent set in live sheep ban

OPINION: While our farming sector is powered by passion, the industry is built on a firm foundation of science, evidence, and fact.
Saturday, June 1, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (901)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Big personalities behind rural Australia's small museums

Big personalities behind rural Australia's small museums

A NSW exhibition is shedding light on community museums across rural Australia.
Saturday, June 1, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1066)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Company picks partner for Mallee mine while waiting on green light

Company picks partner for Mallee mine while waiting on green light

Mallee miner secures key partner while waiting on government ok.
Saturday, June 1, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1369)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Kangaroo Island farmers remain upbeat despite driest start in two decades

Kangaroo Island farmers remain upbeat despite driest start in two decades

Hand feeding sheep and cattle is beginning to feel like "groundhog day" for Kangaroo Island farmers who have had their driest start to a season in two decades.
Saturday, June 1, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (989)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Kangaroo Island farmers remain upbeat despite driest start in two decades

Kangaroo Island farmers remain upbeat despite driest start in two decades

Hand feeding sheep and cattle is beginning to feel like "groundhog day" for Kangaroo Island farmers who have had their driest start to a season in two decades.
Saturday, June 1, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1027)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Reliability and support key for WA grain grower

Reliability and support key for WA grain grower

Pre-harvest inspections and maintenance are key to maximising harvest uptime.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1235)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Reliability and support key for WA grain grower

Reliability and support key for WA grain grower

Pre-harvest inspections and maintenance are key to maximising harvest uptime.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1156)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Rural Australians left up in the air as banks shut down

Rural Australians left up in the air as banks shut down

Up to 600 Australian towns no longer have a bank, forcing country people to go to extraordinary lengths to manage their money.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1187)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Wild relatives to create tougher chickpeas

Wild relatives to create tougher chickpeas

WA researchers have identified promising genetic material in wild chickpeas.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (916)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Airport chaos as flights cancelled over fuel supply

Airport chaos as flights cancelled over fuel supply

More than a dozen flights due to depart Perth Airport have been cancelled as the site is unable to refuel any planes.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (988)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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New advice to improve livestock transport safety

New advice to improve livestock transport safety

The new Regulatory Advice is aiming to improve safety in livestock transport.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (944)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Disturbing trend of young women not wearing sunscreen

Disturbing trend of young women not wearing sunscreen

A specialist in skin care is concerned about the trend by young women not wearing sunscreen.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1181)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Celebrating World Milk Day on Melbourne's suburban edge

Celebrating World Milk Day on Melbourne's suburban edge

World Milk Day celebrated on edge of Melbourne's urban sprawl.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (858)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Deer poachers unmasked by DNA testing of their trophy heads

Deer poachers unmasked by DNA testing of their trophy heads

Hunting officials use DNA forensics to snare deer poachers.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (888)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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US, Europe consider vaccinating workers for bird flu

US, Europe consider vaccinating workers for bird flu

Officials in US and Europe look at vaccinating at-risk workers.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (902)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Carbon capture ban announced, calls for feds to support

Carbon capture ban announced, calls for feds to support

Miles government announces permanent carbon capture ban in Great Artesian Basin.
Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1136)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Dry start to winter but BOM forecasts wet finish

Dry start to winter but BOM forecasts wet finish

Farmers are urged to be patient, as June is likely to remain on the dry side, but good falls are expected towards the end of winter.
Thursday, May 30, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (905)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Riverina leads the way on rain but valuable totals for croppers across the country

Riverina leads the way on rain but valuable totals for croppers across the country

Virtually all the country's major cropping regions have seen at least some rain for the season after useful falls this week.
Thursday, May 30, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1019)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Agribusiness buzz in brief

Agribusiness buzz in brief

A quick look at what some of the players in agribusiness are up to.
Thursday, May 30, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1055)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Farmers around the world ready to be heard

Farmers around the world ready to be heard

Beyond Australia's live sheep ban, farmers worldwide are getting more vocal about their concerns.
Thursday, May 30, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (950)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Saputo follows Fonterra with opening milk price for season 2024-25

Saputo follows Fonterra with opening milk price for season 2024-25

Saputo has announced a fall in its opening milk price for 2024-25.
Thursday, May 30, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1012)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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US-Australia alliance strong in face of Trump verdict

US-Australia alliance strong in face of Trump verdict

Australia's relationship with the US is "stronger than personalities", the government says, as Donald Trump contends with an election and a guilty verdict.
Thursday, May 30, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1030)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Wamba farms at Chinchilla offer cropping, feedlot and piggery for sale

Wamba farms at Chinchilla offer cropping, feedlot and piggery for sale

Three generations of family work on improving the farm on offer.
Thursday, May 30, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (971)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Unfair to compare Brittany Higgins with live-ex class action, Watt says

Unfair to compare Brittany Higgins with live-ex class action, Watt says

Ag Minister Murray Watt grilled on live-ex class action compensation in senates.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1050)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Record numbers of cattle on feed and why it will likely be broken again

Record numbers of cattle on feed and why it will likely be broken again

Total numbers on feed increased by 60,216 head, or 4.7pc, in the March quarter.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1003)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Bidders battle it out to buy Fish River Valley grazing farm at auction

Bidders battle it out to buy Fish River Valley grazing farm at auction

More than $5000 per acre for Central Tablelands farm at auction.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (862)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Legislation to ban live sheep exports hits the House, Senate inquiry showdown looms

Legislation to ban live sheep exports hits the House, Senate inquiry showdown looms

A Bill seeking to formalise the proposed 2028 end date of the live sheep by sea industry has been introduced by Labor into federal parliament.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1153)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Meat science students come up with novel ways to cut processing costs

Meat science students come up with novel ways to cut processing costs

"The students have to generate novel, economic solutions for complex problems."
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1031)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Tractor & Machinery Association of Australia heads to MCG for conference

Tractor & Machinery Association of Australia heads to MCG for conference

The annual TMA conference is making a return to the MCG.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (777)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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High rainfall grazing block near Bathurst sold for almost $2m

High rainfall grazing block near Bathurst sold for almost $2m

Grazing block near Bathurst sells for a strong price.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1111)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Breaking down halal red meat in new ways

Breaking down halal red meat in new ways

Experienced traders suggest there is further potential still to be realised.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (890)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Pressure mounts on EU to delay new deforestation trade rules

Pressure mounts on EU to delay new deforestation trade rules

"What we all need is clear rules and to understand how they will operate before they come into force."
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1012)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Western Australian dairy industry hears about ways to be more resilient

Western Australian dairy industry hears about ways to be more resilient

Generations of dairy farmers shared stories of resilience.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1036)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Labor risking marginal WA seats with live sheep export ban, according to leading pollster

Labor risking marginal WA seats with live sheep export ban, according to leading pollster

Labor has underestimated public sentiment against a ban on live sheep exports by sea and the policy was unlikely to win any new votes, according to leading political strategist.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1083)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Big changes at the top for Macquarie Group's Paraway Pastoral

Big changes at the top for Macquarie Group's Paraway Pastoral

Paraway Pastoral Company's chairman and chief executive officer are both stepping aside.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1087)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Big border farm group for sale after a 'perfect start' to the season

Big border farm group for sale after a 'perfect start' to the season

Big farm aggregation near NSW's Golden Triangle on market.
Tuesday, May 28, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (1218)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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Big border farm group for sale after a 'perfect start' to the season

Big border farm group for sale after a 'perfect start' to the season

Big farm aggregation near NSW's Golden Triangle on market.
Tuesday, May 28, 2024/Author: SuperUser Account/Number of views (965)/Comments (0)/ Article rating: No rating
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