Category : Agriculture


Science Ignored in WA's Fishing Ban, Says Fisherman

Commercial fisherman Dan Hunt argues Western Australia's permanent demersal fishing closure lacks scientific basis, replaces local supply with imports, and ignores data showing healthy fish stocks.

Nationals MP Colin Boyce on 7am Podcast

Nationals MP Colin Boyce shares insights on regional Australia's challenges and opportunities in a recent 7am podcast interview, focusing on agriculture, infrastructure, and policy.

SA Wine Exports Plummet as Chinese Market Fails

South Australian wine exports have declined by hundreds of millions, with the Chinese market failing to recover. However, an Adelaide Hills winemaker reports surprising interest in Chardonnay.

Guy Hands Creates World's Biggest Sheep Farm in WA

British billionaire Guy Hands has established the world's largest sheep operation in Western Australia's outback through major land acquisitions, transforming the state's agricultural landscape.

WA Live Export Ban: $3.7m Grants for Sheep Industry

Edith Cowan University and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry receive $3.7 million in federal grants to develop new markets for WA sheep ahead of the 2028 live export ban, part of a $139 million transition package.

Farmer Killed in Tractor Accident at Beech Forest

A 64-year-old farmer has died after being struck by a tractor in a tragic incident at Beech Forest, Victoria. Emergency services responded, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Forgotten Tracks: Linking Australia's East and West by Rail

The recent freight train derailment in South Australia highlights the enduring importance of the Trans-Australian Railway, a monumental project that finally connected the continent's isolated halves in 1917 after decades of political wrangling and enginee

GM Purple Tomatoes Approved for Sale in Australia

Genetically modified purple tomatoes, rich in cancer-fighting antioxidants, have been approved for sale in Australia. They are the first GM crop with nutritional biofortification as the primary trait.

Mossman Gains 2000ML Water License for Security

The Mossman region in Far North Queensland has received a significant water security boost with a new 2000-megalitre license, enhancing supply for agriculture and community needs.

Grenadier 4x4s Aid Remote Australian Farmers

Rural Aid counsellors are using rugged INEOS Grenadier Quartermasters to reach isolated farmers, providing crucial mental health support and breaking down barriers in the outback.

CBH, Cargill $500m Rockingham canola refinery plan

Cargill reveals plans for a $500 million canola refinery in East Rockingham, likely a joint venture with CBH. The project aims to boost local processing and diversify export markets. Read the full details.

WA demersal fishing ban triggers protests and hardship

West Australian fishers are protesting a snap ban on demersal fishing, claiming it has destroyed their livelihoods. The government says it's necessary to protect depleted fish stocks. Read the full story.

US Giant Cargill Plans $500m WA Canola Oil Plant

American agribusiness Cargill unveils a $500 million canola processing facility in East Rockingham, set to add value to WA's billion-dollar crop and supply biofuels. Read the details.

Farmer's emotional plea after bushfire devastation

Greg Conlan, who went viral for using Bonds underwear as a smoke mask, issues an emotional plea for help as bushfires destroy his farm. His GoFundMe for fellow farmers nears its $60k goal.

WA's $200m Freight Rail Promise Stalls

A $200 million pledge to upgrade Western Australia's ageing Tier 3 grain rail lines remains unfulfilled, leaving farmers reliant on costly road transport. Discover why progress has stalled.

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