rural scene
Dry conditions impact market
A dry year has forced Colac and district farmers to bring their cattle to market early, with one farmer describing the year as the “worst conditions” he’s seen in 70 years of farming.
Sustainability goal for Christmas tree farm
Yeowarra Tree Farm’s Tim McMahon says the farm has spent a large chunk of time working on how to better understand sustainability practices.
New chapter begins in Brad’s life with horses
From the desert sands of Bahrain to the fields of Birregurra, Brad Pearson’s journey through the world of horse racing is nothing short of extraordinary.
Rink’s undying love for horses
It’s not just the working-class man or woman that benefits from the wonders of moving to the Otways coast for retirement.
November store cattle success
November’s store cattle sale has followed the seasonal trend of being one of “the biggest of the year”.
Equine section is readying to star
Jenny Daffy says the Colac Show’s horse section marks the first step to encourage young riders into the field.
Agriculture Victoria confirms profit decrease for dairy farms
Agriculture Victoria has clarified that figures in the Victoria Dairy Farm Monitor indicated a decrease in profits from the previous year, and shared information about the support available to farmers.
Football to farming excellence
Brownlow Medallist Gary Dempsey’s farming journey at Yeo would have made his late father just as proud as his son’s illustrious career in footy.