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“Making Hay While the Sun Shines” for Australian agriculture in 2022

In its flagship annual Australian Agribusiness Outlook for 2022, titled “Making Hay While the Sun Shines,” Rabobank stated that the Australian agriculture sector is set for another profitable year ahead, with the gross value of agricultural production on track for a fourth consecutive year of growth in 2021/22.
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Alexandra HaynesFebruary 3, 2022, 11:05 amFebruary 3, 2022

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Demand for fresh Australian vegetables continues to rise

The value and volume of fresh Australian vegetable exports have increased in 2017/18, following strong trading conditions in key export markets in Asia and the Middle East, and increased demand for Australian-grown
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Ben CreaghNovember 29, 2018, 8:47 amNovember 29, 2018

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New technology to track grape development for better harvest

Measuring and tracking the development of grapes in the vineyard is now easier – with a new mobile phone app. The WineOz Smart Grape Android app was developed by Charles Sturt University (CSU) researchers
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Ben CreaghNovember 26, 2018, 9:41 amNovember 26, 2018

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Coles raises more than $7.1 million for drought appeal

Coles and its customers have contributed more than $7.1 million to the Country Women’s Association of Australia to help drought-affected farmers. With Coles matching every donation dollar-for-dollar
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Ben CreaghNovember 15, 2018, 7:51 amNovember 15, 2018

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Australian government: Research vital for farming in a challenging climate

When it comes to putting this season into perspective, Riverina grower Roy Hamilton has 128 years of rainfall records to show that, for his family’s property, this year is one of the driest since 1890. The
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Ben CreaghNovember 14, 2018, 9:09 amNovember 14, 2018

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Consultation open for new rules for exporting meat products

People in the meat trade are being urged to have their say about new rules for exporting meat products. The call comes from the Australian government after consultation on new draft export control
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Ben CreaghNovember 7, 2018, 3:27 pmNovember 7, 2018

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Australia’s agricultural traceability strengthened with new project

A national traceability project, which will help Australian farmers show the origins and quality of their produce, is underway. Australian minister for agriculture, David Littleproud, said the project
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Ben CreaghOctober 25, 2018, 9:19 amOctober 25, 2018

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Lentils studied as key ingredient to making bread healthier

Functional Grains Centre PhD candidate Drew Portman is researching the use of lentils to make a healthier bread than types using traditional flours. Portman’s research, carried out with Agriculture Victoria,
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Ben CreaghOctober 15, 2018, 3:52 pmOctober 15, 2018

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Australian orange exports increase but drought still burdens other sectors

Rabobank’s agribusiness October outlook indicates growth in wine and fruit exports, but meat and grains are falling short. The monthly report shows that fresh orange exports continue to grow in price
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Ben CreaghOctober 15, 2018, 9:45 amOctober 15, 2018

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Cider awards shows strong growth in Australian-made beverages

Of 13 gold medals awarded at the 2018 Australian Cider Awards, nine were won by Australian cider producers. In early October, Cider Australia announced the winners of the awards, which saw William Smith
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Ben CreaghOctober 8, 2018, 9:56 amOctober 8, 2018

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Australian wine exports to Germany grow by $10 million in one year

Australian wine exports to Germany have grown solidly from 37 million litres valued at $49 million in 2016–17 to 40 million litres valued at $59 million in 2017–18, a wine report indicates. According
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Ben CreaghOctober 4, 2018, 4:21 pmOctober 4, 2018

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Feed wheat trades above $450/tonne for the first time since April 2008

Feed grain prices continued to rise strongly during winter, driven by demand from livestock producers and the growing lot feeding sector. While high numbers on feed and limited pasture growth should ensure
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Ben CreaghSeptember 27, 2018, 10:58 amSeptember 27, 2018

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Coles increases milk prices to help drought affected farmers

Coles has increased the price of its 3-litre own brand milk from $3.00 to $3.30 in all states to help drought affected farmers. The price increase started in late-September and will be in place until the
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Ben CreaghSeptember 27, 2018, 10:29 amSeptember 27, 2018

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New projects help Australian farmers with fight against pests

Farmers will now be able to fight against pest animals more effectively, with the help of new projects launched by the Centre for Invasive Species Solutions. The 21 new research, development and extension
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Ben CreaghSeptember 19, 2018, 1:53 amSeptember 19, 2018

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Red meat exports have hit a high of $13.7 billion, superseding last year’s figures

In the year ending June 2018, Australian red meat, offal and livestock exports reached $13.78 billion. This is up 13 per cent year-on-year and largely underpinned by an increase in cattle turn-off and
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Ben CreaghSeptember 13, 2018, 10:15 amSeptember 13, 2018

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Equity crowdfunding business will help farming community in Queensland

A Brisbane-based ethical food business, which helps connect local farmers with local buyers, plans to be Australia’s first community-owned food hub. Food Connect, based at Salisbury in Brisbane’s south,
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Ben CreaghAugust 23, 2018, 9:07 amAugust 23, 2018

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Australian farming sector holding up, despite ongoing drought

Drought in New South Wales and Queensland is becoming increasingly severe but overall, Australia’s farming sector is holding up well, Growth Farms Australia confirms. Growth Farms Australia managing
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Ben CreaghAugust 21, 2018, 9:48 amAugust 21, 2018

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Global search underway for Internet of Things trials in Victoria

The Victorian government has begun a global search to find cutting-edge AgTech to support its on-farm Internet of Things (IoT) trial. The search began on the 3rd of August, as part of
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Ben CreaghAugust 3, 2018, 2:33 amAugust 3, 2018

Australian agriculture

“Making Hay While the Sun Shines” for Australian agriculture in 2022

Demand for fresh Australian vegetables continues to rise

New technology to track grape development for better harvest

Coles raises more than $7.1 million for drought appeal

Australian government: Research vital for farming in a challenging climate

Consultation open for new rules for exporting meat products

Australia’s agricultural traceability strengthened with new project

Lentils studied as key ingredient to making bread healthier

Australian orange exports increase but drought still burdens other sectors

Cider awards shows strong growth in Australian-made beverages

Australian wine exports to Germany grow by $10 million in one year

Feed wheat trades above $450/tonne for the first time since April 2008

Coles increases milk prices to help drought affected farmers

New projects help Australian farmers with fight against pests

Red meat exports have hit a high of $13.7 billion, superseding last year’s figures

Equity crowdfunding business will help farming community in Queensland

Australian farming sector holding up, despite ongoing drought

Global search underway for Internet of Things trials in Victoria

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