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Access to water essential for Backs farming operation

Access to water essential for Backs farming operation

Cotton grower Joe Back took a gamble and planted 230ha based on their available bore water supply to cover the crop at Beverley, near Ranges Ridge.

Glenlands Droughtmasters Genetic Sale grosses $3M

Glenlands Droughtmasters Genetic Sale grosses $3M

See who was spotted at the sale.

Hammer falls on another Droughtmaster national sale

Hammer falls on another Droughtmaster national sale

In a year when history books continue to be rewritten, the results of the recent Droughtmaster National Bull Sale are probably not surprising.

Private sale at One Oak Poll to SA for $30,000| Photos

Private sale at One Oak Poll to SA for $30,000| Photos

For their annual sale Alastair and Natasha Wells, One Oak Poll Merino stud, Jerilderie penned 110 rams.

Glenlands Droughtmasters Genetic Sale grosses $3M

Glenlands Droughtmasters Genetic Sale grosses $3M

See who was spotted at the sale.

Agribusiness buzz in brief

Agribusiness buzz in brief

A quick look at what some of the players in agribusiness are doing and talking about.

Bulldozing the stigma

Bulldozing the stigma

A novel idea to spray paint a Cat bulldozer bright blue is more than just a whim - it aims to raise mental health awareness.

Bonnydale's black Simmentals make positive Qld sale debut

Bonnydale's black Simmentals make positive Qld sale debut

The newest bull sale on the Queensland stud scene made a positive impression on those who attended at Roma on Friday, where many said they would be back next year with their cheque book.

GrainCorp to bulk up its workforce

GrainCorp to bulk up its workforce

GrainCorp is getting prepared for the upcoming harvest, looking to put on at least 3100 casuals this year, over three times 2019-20.

Agribusiness buzz in brief

Agribusiness buzz in brief

A quick look at what some of the players in agribusiness are doing and talking about.

Private sale at One Oak Poll to SA for $30,000| Photos

Private sale at One Oak Poll to SA for $30,000| Photos

For their annual sale Alastair and Natasha Wells, One Oak Poll Merino stud, Jerilderie penned 110 rams.

Bonnydale's black Simmentals make positive Qld sale debut

Bonnydale's black Simmentals make positive Qld sale debut

The newest bull sale on the Queensland stud scene made a positive impression on those who attended at Roma on Friday, where many said they would be back next year with their cheque book.

Hammer falls on another Droughtmaster national sale

Hammer falls on another Droughtmaster national sale

In a year when history books continue to be rewritten, the results of the recent Droughtmaster National Bull Sale are probably not surprising.

GrainCorp to bulk up its workforce

GrainCorp to bulk up its workforce

GrainCorp is getting prepared for the upcoming harvest, looking to put on at least 3100 casuals this year, over three times 2019-20.

Farquhars hit national stage

Farquhars hit national stage

Showcasing some of the top sires from studs across the country, there's no doubt selling at the Droughtmaster National Bull Sale would be daunting.

Best selling bulls at Droughtmaster National

Best selling bulls at Droughtmaster National

Take a look at the top selling bulls at the 2020 Droughmaster National Bull Sale.

Bulldozing the stigma

Bulldozing the stigma

A novel idea to spray paint a Cat bulldozer bright blue is more than just a whim - it aims to raise mental health awareness.

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Glenlands Droughtmasters Genetic Sale grosses $3M

Glenlands Droughtmasters Genetic Sale grosses $3M

See who was spotted at the sale.

Best selling bulls at Droughtmaster National

Best selling bulls at Droughtmaster National

Take a look at the top selling bulls at the 2020 Droughmaster National Bull Sale.

Dunheath offers perfect country lifestyle | Video

Dunheath offers perfect country lifestyle | Video

Dunheath is being promoted as the perfect place to live, play and work.

Faces from the 2020 Gyranda bull sale

Faces from the 2020 Gyranda bull sale

Take a look at who was snapped at the Gyranda Santa Gertrudis sale on Saturday.

Charters Towers formal | Gallery

Charters Towers formal | Gallery

After a tumultuous school year like no other, Charters Towers senior students finally had a chance to let their hair down at the combined school formal.

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Agribusiness buzz in brief

Agribusiness buzz in brief

A quick look at what some of the players in agribusiness are doing and talking about.

Great opportunity for CQ Agtech innovators

Great opportunity for CQ Agtech innovators

Central Queensland agtech entrepreneurs are being invited to take their idea or business to the next level in Brisbane.

Ag's reliance on equity to manage risk will be slow to change: Keogh

Ag's reliance on equity to manage risk will be slow to change: Keogh

Farming twice as risky as other sectors, research shows

Agtech business encouraged to apply for Ken Coombe Tech Yards

Agtech business encouraged to apply for Ken Coombe Tech Yards

The Ken Coombe Tech Yards is name in honour of the late Ken Coombe, one of the founders and the original chairman of Beef 88.

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Half of casual ag workers from overseas: report

Half of casual ag workers from overseas: report

Sheds more light on the extent of the labour shortage the industry faces, due to the mass exodus of overseas workers due to COVID-19.

50pc of casual ag workers from overseas as harvest time nears: report

50pc of casual ag workers from overseas as harvest time nears: report

Sheds more light on the extent of the labour shortage the industry faces, due to the mass exodus of overseas workers due to COVID-19.

John McVeigh resigns from politics

John McVeigh resigns from politics

Groom MP Dr John McVeigh has resigned from federal parliament due to family health reasons.

Plans to launch vegetation management class action

Plans to launch vegetation management class action

Charleville grazier Dan McDonald is seeking expressions of interest for a class action against the Queensland government.

Fruit pickers could keep JobSeeker, uni students could work off HECS

Fruit pickers could keep JobSeeker, uni students could work off HECS

Do you think these ideas will help fill the ag labour shortage?

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St George welcomes desert quandongs

St George welcomes desert quandongs

The planting of six desert quandong trees marks a big step forward for the St George Bush Tucker Garden.

Iconic rural town finally gets mobile reception

Iconic rural town finally gets mobile reception

For the town of Einasleigh, five hours south west of Cairns, having mobile service will be a game-changer.

In their own words: The battle faced by the ACT's farmers

In their own words: The battle faced by the ACT's farmers

Listen to Episode 2 of the Voice of Real Australia podcast: Business in Canberra's Majura Valley is tough for ACT farmers with short term leases, lapses and a lack of security for bank loans

Virtual classrooms provide insight into farming life

Virtual classrooms provide insight into farming life

A 'VIRTUAL classroom' has been a mainstay of Meat & Livestock Australia's school education program for a number of years but its use has spiked in recent months

Listen to why Dimboola is the escape you were looking for

Listen to why Dimboola is the escape you were looking for

Each episode Voice of Real Australia the podcast brings you people, places and perspectives from beyond the big cities. This week: Coal-ash opportunities in Lake Macquarie, a tour of Dimboola and a COVID-19 children's book.

TSS old boy to be new headmaster

TSS old boy to be new headmaster

The Southport School has named an old boy with links to Emerald in central Queensland as its ninth headmaster.

Red Ridge fashion label launches to much acclaim

Red Ridge fashion label launches to much acclaim

The launch last week of fashion brand Red Ridge the Label is just the start of numerous exciting possibilities for creative industries in western Queensland, if chairman Andrew Martin has any say in it.

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Dangers of opportunity costs

Dangers of opportunity costs

If your kids or grandkids are thinking about getting a car loan, why don't you teach them about opportunity cost.

Government must stand with farmers on exports

Government must stand with farmers on exports

Agricultural businesses not only provide for our population but are a significant exporter and contributor to our economy.

Trespassing activists' punishment must fit the crime

Trespassing activists' punishment must fit the crime

The constant threat of being the next target also hinders farmers' ability to operate their businesses to produce the highest quality food, fibre and foliage.

Cattle producers not adequately represented

Cattle producers not adequately represented

CPA boss says industry must embrace common sense change.

What's the score? JD cattle tests and sales

What's the score? JD cattle tests and sales

What happens to your JD score when you introduce cattle from another property?

SA grower highlights problems with tax and employment systems for casual farm work

SA grower highlights problems with tax and employment systems for casual farm work

SA grower calls for tax and employment reform to address visa and labour issues.

Horticulture industry releasing election platform

Horticulture industry releasing election platform

The Queensland Horticulture Council is set to launch its policy platform ahead of the Queensland election.

We must sell sizzle, not just our steak

We must sell sizzle, not just our steak

The supermarket duopoly is under-selling our steak, creating missed opportunities in customer education on nutrition and environment.

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No regrets, only best wishes

No regrets, only best wishes

There's a charitable streak longer than a country mile running through Wally Gleeson, the man behind the horse behind the headlines.

First-time vendor success at Ag-Grow horse sale

First-time vendor success at Ag-Grow horse sale

The esteem with which Mark and Joanne Smith's Weatherford Equine business is held in the horse world was evident at the Ag-Grow 2020 premier ridden horse sale on Saturday, when they sold both the top-priced mare and gelding.

The Harrovian strikes again

The Harrovian strikes again

The Stephen Massingham-trained The Harrovian has started his latest campaign where he left off with another startling win.

Austin team heading to Longreach

Austin team heading to Longreach

Despite having a smaller stable than in the past, Todd Austin will have a strong representation at the Longreach races on August 22.

Record results for Nutrien Supreme Sale

Record results for Nutrien Supreme Sale

Buyers bid up big during the Nutrien Supreme Birthday Bonanza Sale last week.

Shiranda, Deadly Choices feature in Townsville

Shiranda, Deadly Choices feature in Townsville

Riders Elyce Smith (Shiranda) and Nathan Day (Deadly Choices) took the honours in the big races in Townsville on August 14.

New racing season opens with a celebration

New racing season opens with a celebration

The numerous jockeys will feature on racetracks each week - and those who have passed away - will be remembered on August 1.

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Super Saturday semi finals action approaches

Super Saturday semi finals action approaches

Back in late March 2020 it would have been hard to believe there would be Downs Rugby semi finals on September 26 and grand finals on October 3.

Tambo shoot one for the record books

Tambo shoot one for the record books

Thanks to a disrupted sporting calendar in the first half of the year, clay target competitors were making up for lost time in the central west on the weekend for Tambo's two-day shoot.

Super Saturday spots up for grabs

Super Saturday spots up for grabs

The battle is on for a place in the Risdon Cup semi-finals.

Wanderers cricket tour hits COVID for six

Wanderers cricket tour hits COVID for six

For a club that's been in existence since 1933, managing to bring the enjoyment of cricket to young regional Queenslanders during a pandemic was just another score it was able to chalk up.

Charity rodeo in honour of North Queensland horseman Ron Wall

Charity rodeo in honour of North Queensland horseman Ron Wall

Julia Creek will host a charity rodeo and auction in honour of North Queensland horseman Ron Wall, who sadly passed away last week.