Bulls, virtual fences and drones converge at Weebollabolla
An early look at Weebollabolla Shorthorns' 2026 sale bulls will be just one part of an open day bringing together livestock technology, breeding specialists and industry leaders for a day designed to help producers prepare for the future.
HarvestFest brings harvesting machinery and manufacturers back to Moree
The specialist two-day event will return to Moree Showground with machinery presentations, equipment displays and more exhibitors than last year.
Where does your $5 go as Moree graziers dissect the cattle levy at Weebollabolla
With cattle producers facing rising fodder, freight and other production costs, Moree Plains graziers are being asked whether a compulsory levy that raised $75 million nationally last financial year is delivering enough value.
Looking for your first break in agriculture? Young Aggies Moree wants to help
Young Aggies Moree is inviting tertiary agriculture students to apply for its 2026 Rural Scholarship, offering a $2,000 bursary, organised work experience, industry connections and accommodation support, where available, to help launch careers in regional agriculture.
Moree pesticide operators urged to check spray records
An EPA check across North West NSW found most pesticide users were meeting their duties, but some operators are being reminded to take a closer look at their spray records.
The free pollination workforce growers can no longer count on
For years, many growers have relied on feral honeybees for free pollination. A new national warning says that can no longer be taken for granted.
CRDC appoints Armidale’s Georgina Pengilley new managing director
THE Cotton Research and Development Corporation has appointed Armidale’s Dr Georgina Pengilley as its managing director, ushering in a new era of research, development and extension leadership for Australian cotton growers. Dr Pengilley brings a unique end-to-end perspective to the role through a 25-year career spanning research investment, on-ground delivery, and her own experience as
NFF: New Basin report confirms buybacks have gone too far
THE National Farmers’ Federation says the release this week of the Murray-Darling Basin Authority’s What We Heard Report confirms water buybacks have already gone too far and must now be brought to an end. While the report captures stakeholder feedback and will inform the next phase of Basin Plan reform, it does not set policy
Water Prices set to soar with cumulative changes of 33 to 42 per cent over next four years
THE Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal has approved water bill increases of nearly 50 per cent – excluding inflation – across many New South Wales valleys over the next four years, despite acknowledging many customers have limited capacity to absorb them. Gwydir Valley Irrigators Association executive officer, Louise Gall, said IPART ignored repeated warnings from
NSW Farmers’: Budget falls short, but the fight is on
NSW Farmers’ has expressed deep concern the 2026-27 NSW State Budget has failed to deliver the transformational investment the agricultural sector needs, as the State’s farmers push toward a $30 billion industry by 2030 – a goal the Government says it enthusiastically supports. NSW Farmers’ President Xavier Martin said existing commitments for feral pig controls,
NFF: Vigilance critical following H5 bird flu detection
THE National Farmers’ Federation is working closely with the Federal Government and members following the confirmation of H5 avian influenza in two wild seabirds on Western Australia’s southern coast. NFF President Hamish McIntyre said the detection in a brown skua and a giant petrel was serious but manageable, with Australia well prepared. “Australia has successfully
Moylan welcomes Coalition commitment to back farmers and tackle feral pigs
MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan welcomes the recent NSW Coalition commitment to fund a $300 million biosecurity and control program for the co-ordination and management of feral animals, including a feral pig-targeted bounty scheme. Mr Moylan said these measures are aimed squarely to protect our critical primary industries sector and conserve our environment. “Agriculture
