Rural

  • State Government pulls forestry laws

    The Victorian Government is back to the drawing board over controversial forestry legislation that would tighten regulations around timber harvesting.

    By

  • Rural round-up

    New farmer wellbeing initiative launched, energy grants available and mentoring program opens.

    By

  • Bumper harvest year for Aussie croppers

    This year’s winter crop harvest should be well above average, the latest ABARES Australian Crop Report says.

    By

  • Cattle prices stay firm amid buoyant market

    A Colac livestock agent says cattle sellers can remain confident as strong prices remain at Colac Regional Saleyards.

    By

  • Rural Scene rundown

    Coronavirus advice for farmers, new grants available, a crop disease spreads, and a skills boost feature in this week’s Rural Scene.

    By

  • Fields of gold for crop farms

    Colac and district farmers are set to reap the rewards of a positive canola season this year, with prices at an all-time high.

    By

  • ‘Phenomenal’ prices impress during sales

    “Massive” sales of more than $8 a kilo have kept agents in high spirits at Colac’s saleyards.

    By

  • Dog ban part of camping trial

    State authorities have tightened restrictions for the upcoming release of camping areas in privately leased Crown land river frontages.

    By