Farm
Farmer faces 72 cruelty charges
A Colac district farmer will face more than 70 animal cruelty charges related to alleged mistreatment of cattle when he returns to court next month.
Farmers need drought policy
A Colac and district MP is calling on the State Government to fast-track a drought management policy for farmers suffering in the south-west.
Farm proposal seeks grant
A regenerative farm in Colac would blossom with fresh fruits and vegetables, providing opportunities for the community to enjoy affordable fresh produce, learn farming skills and foster connection, a grant submission says.
Farm shows pasture diversity
A farm tour at Barongarook West kicked off Dairy Australia’s inaugural Grounds for Growth three-day soil and pasture diversity event last week.
Rain welcome after dry but district needs more
Irrewarra’s John Martin says farmers are now playing the waiting game for the proper autumn break to settle in across the district.
On-site accommodation boosts Timboon farm
A Timboon district farm can now provide on-farm accommodation to a future worker, after the Corangamite Shire Council approved a planning application.
Cooriemungle egg farm plan
Colac and district egg producers could expect a new competitor soon, after Corangamite Shire Council received a permit application for a three-hectare chicken farm at a former Cooriemungle dairy.
South-west honour for dairying veteran
Phil Harris claims to be “just a farmer at heart” after becoming an inductee to the Western Victorian Dairy Industry Honour Board.
