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17th April 2024

PM Edition

Dairy feed price drama

Prices for most feed sources have fallen for the second month in a row but dairy farmers say they are not seeing much reduction, and some prices have actually gotten dearer.

‘Catastrophic’ impact on farms if backpackers taken away

Farmers are relying on backpackers more than ever. To have them taken away if the federal government changes visa settings could force may off the farm, a new NFF survey shows.

Climate outlook: Dry winter, wet spring

Climate models predict the Indian Ocean may cool farmers hopes of a wet winter, but also point to a La Nina delivering spring rain.

These 10 country footy leagues are more than 100 years old

A select group of country football leagues that started before the VFL in 1896 have bounced the ball for another season.

Industry warned on bobby calves not meeting standards

Bobby calves which do not meet animal welfare standards are being sold at saleyards and authorities are warning – they will be found in regular audits.