Rural

  • Rural Scene farm news rundown

    Flood cleanup tips, gorse control news, biosecurity funding, and a livestock disease warning.

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  • Prime rams attract top prices

    It was a cracking day in Cressy district that saw strong top prices and high local demand at Gemini Prime Lamb’s Spring Ram Sale.

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  • Wet times could delay harvest

    A Warncoort grazier and cropper says it’s shaping up to be one the region’s wettest years, and a farm supply specialist says the impact would likely be felt across the board.

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  • Heavy heifers top out at $4.98

    Colac Regional Saleyards’ had a quick weekly sale, with only 82 cattle going under the hammer.

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  • Rural Scene news rundown

    Helping in cutting farm safety risks, a new counselling service, mandatory mediation before farm debt recovery, concern about the impact of renewable energy projects on farmland, and tips on setting up a biosecurity plan.

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  • Waterlogging examined in new research

    A new research project is identifying ways to maximise crop performance when waterlogging occurs.

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  • Self-sufficiency goal for Simpson farmer

    Simpson dairy farmer John Pekin’s solar panels have reduced his electricity costs by 20 per cent since their installation last year, with the costs set to reduce even further.

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  • New face for WestVic board

    Colac district farmer Brooke Lane has taken on an industry leadership role, joining the WestVic Dairy board.

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