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25th February 2025

PM Edition

Fourth Avian influenza case detected at Victorian poultry farms

A fourth farm has been hit with avian influenza, all of which are in close proximity in North East Victoria. See the latest.

‘As difficult as we have seen since 2006’

With parts of western Victoria the driest it has been in 20 years, farmers and residents have revived a plan for a pipeline to secure the region’s water future.

Lamb prices rise— for the first time this year

Heavy lamb prices have moved north in the past week gaining almost 30c/kg after a period of price free fall. See what it means for vendors.

EU releases ‘vision’ for farming amid chemical ban concerns

The five-year blueprint sets out a plan to ensure European farmers aren’t disadvantaged by their ambitious environmental standards.

Man arrested amid alleged fraudulent mining documents

A Horsham man has been arrested for questioning after reports of fraudulently-prepared documents related to a mining project’s proposal.

Outdoor mobile promise to secure coverage for farmers

Farmers could soon see better connectivity across most of Australia, after a new announcement to hold telecommunications companies accountable.