Farm safety
Rural news in brief
Fodder demand is growing as the national herd continues to build but people should be cautious pricing. Plus news on farm safety rebates, and recruiting seasonal workers.
By Tegan Rohan
Rural news in brief
News on growing popularity of agriculture studies, rebates for farm safety measures, a report from the VFF annual meeting, and a program to reduce fishing waste.
Rural and farming news
The Victorian Farmers Federation has received $3 million from the State Government to employ two farm safety officers and deliver new resources for farmers.
Rural news in brief
News on Farm Safety Week, mining exploration on farmland and education on agriculture.
Farmers and retailers slam quad bike rules
Colac and district farmers and agriculture retailers are protesting new legislation that’s pushed major quad bike manufacturers out of the Australian market.
By Tegan Rohan