Rural
Terry’s dairy journey recognised
Deans Marsh dairy farmer Terry Richardson says he is prouder of the relationships he has built during his 20 years in the area than the awards he has received along the way. But he has described his latest accolade as an honor. Terry has received the Australian Dairy Industry Council’s 2023 Pat Rowley Outstanding Service […]
Local wool producers on show
Fairview Polwarths’ Greg Potter is looking forward to this weekend’s Australian Sheep and Wool Show in Bendigo, recognised as “the largest event of its type in the world”.
Study tour inspires district landcarers
Colac district farmers and Heytesbury District Landcare Network representatives have returned from a New Zealand study tour with fresh ideas on regenerative and sustainable farming that could be adopted locally.
Prices, cattle numbers lift at Colac saleyards
Prices increased and cattle numbers continued to lift at Colac Regional Saleyards’ weekly fat sale on Thursday.
Green drought impacts region
Farmland across the Colac district might look green at first glance but the soil underneath is bone dry, and the green drought is a concern for anyone involved in the local agriculture industry.
For farmers, stock agents and business owners, the first half of 2024 has presented the driest autumn and start to winter they have experienced.
Planting to protect the future
More than 5000 trees later, Corunnun’s Nigel Barry knows the importance of shelter and biodiversity, living on the windy hills near Lake Corangamite.
For the love of limousins
Breeders like Tanybryn Park Limousins’ Helen Masters are enthusiastic about their cattle breed and its development over the years, with more Colac district farmers than ever herding Limousins.
Processors declare milk prices
Two major milk processors have released their opening milk prices for the 2024-25 season, with more expected to announce their prices today.