The Organic Agriculture Association (OAA) based in Bairnsdale, is one the longest running such organisations in Australia. It was established 40 years ago in 1984. Audrey Porter and her husband,...
As energy prices rise there is increased interest in the use of renewable energy on farms to reduce costs. But what technology is available? Is there a return on investment?...
In an industry coup, one of the nation's most senior red meat industry leaders has been appointed to take over the role of chief executive officer at Herefords Australia Limited....
Australian dairy farmers will soon know the best age to calve their Holstein heifers to maximise production, health, and reproduction. And thanks to specialist DairyUP research the industry will understand...
When choosing the best feed to purchase for sheep or cattle, there are a few things to take into account – especially when feeding over winter. Agriculture Victoria livestock industry...
One of the Australia's best known and most reliable bulls, Maebull, has been retired from active service. Genetics Australia Holstein Calister Maebull leaves with more than 4500 milking daughters and...
Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) and Gardiner Foundation have awarded $49,545 to 11 community groups across Gippsland for local initiatives that will support, strengthen and sustain their dairying...
Has your breeding philosophy changed in the past few years? Are you focused on developing different traits in your herd? Maybe you are keen to use genetics to lower your...
Do multispecies pastures increase resilience of rainfed dairy systems? Head on-farm for a field day in Goon Nure to discuss the mixed species project, a joint project between the University...
The Young Farmers Upskill and Invest Scholarship is an opportunity to invest in you and your career. Up to $10,000 is available per scholarship: - Up to $5000 towards study...
Uncertainty over any future funding of the wild dog control program past October this year, has caused Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull, to launch a petition to secure its...
Three grants for Victorian agriculture industry bodies have been announced to improve farm safety and support cultural safety and diversity for workers across the sector. Minister for Agriculture, Ros Spence,...
Most of the state experienced an extremely dry autumn, but with recent rains for the East Gippsland region, it’s the soil temperature that may become the main factor that limits...
Leader of The Nationals David Little-proud said Labor's new climate-related financial disclosure policy is another attack on farmers and fresh food. Mr Littleproud said the draconian Bill, forcing entities to...
Local veterinarian and farm consultant, Chelsea Hair, attended a ceremony in Sydney last week, celebrating the completion of her internship. Chelsea said the Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) livestock consultancy...
