rural scene

  • Inspired teen establishes stud

    “It’s just really fun going out into the ring, and being with them and caring for them for so long, you get to form a really good bond with them.”

    At just 13 years old, Summer Kelly’s drive and ambition extends well beyond her years.

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  • December weather will determine crop

    Gellibrand blueberry farmer Wayne Knight is looking forward to a good harvest and welcoming visitors when picking season starts in the coming weeks.

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  • Wool growers support show

    Fairview Polwarths’ Greg Potter says he was pleased to see the number of entries for the Colac Show’s fleece competition increase in support of the show’s return.

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  • Insight for future dairy farmers

    Budding local dairy farmers have relished the opportunity to gain industry insight and knowledge on milk quality and mastitis management.

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  • Beekeeper monitoring hives

    Barongarook beekeeper Laurence Towers is anticipating a plentiful honey harvest this summer, despite looming varroa mite concerns following an outbreak in New South Wales.

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  • Successful milk season is thanks to farmers’ efforts

    Record profits for the region’s dairy farmers are positive, but largely thanks to a favourable few years in the industry, WestVic Dairy board member Jacqui Suares says.

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  • Survey captures record-high milk profits

    The 2022-2023 Dairy Farm Monitor Project has found Victorian dairy farmers had a record profitable year, thanks to high milk prices and carefully managed high costs.

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  • District producers claim medals

    Colac’s district farmers have demonstrated their high-quality produce and stock at this year’s Royal Melbourne Show.

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