Local farming body involved in trials to combat drought impact
A local farming body will form part of a drought resilience initiative designed to empower farmers in low rainfall areas with the knowledge and...
Lift in price for trade and heavy lambs
SA LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE DUBLIN REPORT
Sheep - 7 July
Numbers remained similar this week as agents offered 3500 and 700 sheep. Quality was generally fair to...
Early rain provides a golden green July silage opportunity!
Donava Holsteins started cutting silage last week, a first for this time of the year for South Australia’s northernmost dairy farmers.
In a normal...
Derryn Stringer moves on
After almost 24 years with Agfert, Derryn Stringer is moving on to a new chapter. Although he is stepping away from his role as...
Networking opportunity for emerging livestock figures
LIVESTOCK SA will host the inaugural NextGen Producers Mixer during LambEx 2026, creating a networking opportunity for the next generation of South Australia’s livestock...
Next gen of livestock professionals journey to Jamestown
There were plenty of hands-on learning opportunities for agriculture students from across the state as the Jamestown Showgrounds once again played host to the...
More small lots for sheep, and younger cattle offered
SA LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE DUBLIN REPORT
Sheep - 23 June
Numbers lifted again this week as agents offered 5000 lambs and 1000 sheep. Quality was fair to...
Easier trend for heavier lambs and sheep
SA LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE DUBLIN REPORT
Sheep - 16 June
Numbers increased marginally as agents offered 3900 lambs and a modest 600 sheep. The usual trade and...
Middle East tensions keep farmers cautious
Sentiment in South Australia’s rural sector took a hit this quarter as per Rabobank’s recent Rural Confidence Survey, as farmers navigate elevated prices for...
Study finds frost still a prevalent factor
A new study from CSIRO showed changing climate conditions were extending and intensifying the window of time for risk of frost damage.
The study conducted...
Min-Man stepping up for screening
Min-Man Sporting Club is stepping up off the field to help raise awareness about the importance of bowel cancer screening, encouraging locals to complete...
