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GRDC Launches Research Consortium for Oat Market

In a move to boost Australia’s position as a high-quality, value-added oat producer, the launch of a new research-focused Oat Grain Quality Consortium (OGQC) marks a pivotal moment for the industry. Designed to capitalise on growing domestic and...

Agriculture Victoria Leader Makes the Top 50

This week Agriculture Victoria’s Director Biosecurity Strategy, Preparedness and Coordination Dr Julie Simons was recognised as one of Victoria’s Top 50 Public Sector Women. Julie’s achievement acknowledges her significant contribution to...

Farmer Friendly Mental Health Support: What Do Farmers Want?

For most, farming in Australia is a great way of life, but at times it can also be physically and psychologically tough. So, when things get overly stressful, who do farmers turn to for support? Finding out what farmers want in terms of mental...

When Burning Stubble . . . Protect the Trees

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is asking landowners to take steps to protect paddock trees when burning stubble on their properties. Native trees are protected by law and there are ways to avoid damaging them. Good...

Interstate Grain and Hay Must Pass Biosecurity Laws

By Jim Moran Victorian Grains Industry Biosecurity Officer – Agriculture Victoria. Livestock producers are reminded they must adhere to Victorian biosecurity laws when importing grain and fodder from interstate. Varying weather conditions since...

Interstate Used Grain Machinery: Consider Before You Buy

By Jim Moran, Victorian Grains Industry Biosecurity Officer, Agriculture Victoria. Interstate used grain machinery must meet Victorian biosecurity laws. Importing second hand farm machinery such as tractors, seeders, sprayers, harvesters, baling or...

It’s Time for a Honey Bee Check-up

With over 47,900 registered beekeepers who own approximately 855,300 hives, keeping Australia’s honey bee population healthy is no mean feat. “Bee Pest Blitz” is an annual month-long national campaign to increase awareness of the importance of...

Call for Expressions of Interest: On Farm Demonstration Opportunity Now Open

Is there a technology, innovation or research finding that your producer group is keen to test on-farm? Agriculture Victoria, in partnership with Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), is conducting a new producer demonstration program with the...

Reminder – Phaseout of 3G Network

Victorian farmers are reminded of the upcoming phaseout of the 3G network. Starting from 30 June, the 3G network will be phased out in rural Victoria. If you use devices that rely on a 3G SIM card for connectivity it’s important to understand how...

Agricultural College Modernisation Program

The Victorian Government is helping more Victorians pursue a career in agriculture through the $50 million Agricultural College Modernisation Program. New state-of-the-art facilities are now open to students of Longerenong College, one of three of...

Support and Resources for Fire Affected Farmers

Agriculture Victoria is working with Victorian farmers and industry to prepare for, respond to and recover from natural disasters, including fire, floods and storms. This includes delivering technical information and supporting events to support...

Resources Ready for Mallee Farms Soil Improvement

Mallee farmers are encouraged to take advantage of Agriculture Victoria’s new online resources and upcoming paddock walks to learn how to reduce erosion and make their soil more productive. Agriculture Victoria Mixed Farming Development Officer...

Farmers Urged to Stay Alert to Risks of Fatigue

Sheep and cropping farmer Jack Armstrong knows that in agriculture it pays to be proactive with safety, particularly when it comes to managing the risks of fatigue during peak periods. During what can be a higher-risk time for farming workplaces...

Early Detection of Fall Armyworm Vital

Victorian agronomists and growers should be vigilant in crop surveillance for Fall armyworm (FAW), following the impacts the pest is having on crops in Queensland. Fall armyworm has rapidly spread across Australia after being found in Queensland in...

Initiative to Bolster Grain Growers’ Biosecurity

A groundbreaking $42.7 million national biosecurity initiative led by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) in partnership with five state government departments is set to transform the effectiveness and responsiveness of...

New SPAA Manual Brings Insight to Precision Ag

Australian grain growers will benefit from new insights into precision agriculture (PA) for the grains industry with the release of the PA in Practice III manual. The publication was launched by Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC)...

Check Retained Canola Seed Before Storage

Growers retaining canola seed for sowing next year are being strongly encouraged to check for whitening of the seed shell as a result of pod damage caused by blackleg infection. While the disease damage is not expected to spread through the seed...

Australian Hay Quality Hits New High

Australian farmers have made their best quality hay for a decade with feed and visual tests easily outstripping the previous season. Tests by Feed Central have shown overall sugars are up 10 per cent, hay bale weights are up 16 per cent, and 58 per...

$1.9 Million Investment Into Climate-Resilient Crops

The Grains Research & Development Corporation (GRDC) has partnered with the Australian National University (ANU) and industry partners to invest in research to accelerate the development of climate-resilient crops. The three-year $1.9 million...