Rural
Rural news in brief
A rise in illegal vegetation removal, political action on seasonal workers and border crossings, and a push fur regional areas to lead the COVID recovery.
Restocker competition drops
Cattle numbers have stayed low at Colac’s weekly market with just 59 cattle on offer, 18 fewer than the previous week.
Take the fire risk out of hay storage
The Country Fire Authority is encouraging farmers to exercise caution with cutting, baling and storing hay this season to prevent hay fires.
Farm family chuffed with industry prize
Matt and Alli Reid were hesitant in accepting a nomination, but their belief in celebrating dairy success pushed them to accept and go on to win the Dairy Farm Business Management Award.
Big drop in cattle yarding size
Cattle numbers fell by about two thirds at Colac’s weekly sale, demand was weak and quality was mixed.
Toxic weeds pose threat to livestock
The poisonous introduced weed Cape tulip is a serious problem for farmers and gardeners in parts of Surf Coast Shire.
Rural news in brief
News about protecting remnant habitat on farms, a training opportunity for new dairy employees, council elections, and technology grants for farms.
District farmers want wet spring
Colac district farmers are grateful for downpours in late August, but still hope for a wet spring before harvest.