Seeding preparation in full swing for Barinia farmers
Following only a short break after harvest and shearing, the Cornwell family of Barinia, just north of Clare, are now well into seeding preparation.
Peter...
Seeding ‘to-do’ list grows after late harvest
The new growing season beckons, but for some farmers there is still plenty to do in their paddocks before seeding gets underway following a late...
Summer of Weeds
With the rapid development of spraying and weed control technology, the Laura Ag Bureau organised a very successful information afternoon and fi eld day...
Over the fence: Soils ain’t soils
After a season like we have just experienced, it is a good idea to check the health of your soil with a few strategic...
Launch of ‘shedding’ sheep market
What is thought to be the state’s first regular market dedicated to ‘shedding’ sheep breeds opens in Crystal Brook next month.
In a joint venture...
Big yields and late finish around Burra
Many local farmers are now crossing the finish line, especially around the Burra area where many farmers are concluding a late harvest.
Across the Mid North...
Time to think about getting the crop in
With harvest just completed, and still finishing up for some, it is hard to believe the sowing season is right around the corner.
However, the Hart...
Over the fence: No off-season for some of us
What do farmers do in February? For some, not much. This year however, quite a bit! Some farmers are still reaping, which is a...
Local buyers snap up Mid North land aggregation
Five local buyers have snapped up the 2800-hectare Saltbush Ag aggregation at Booborowie and Leighton, selling for a total of more than $33 million.
Ray...
Port Pirie regional community to join declared cactus cull effort
The discovery of an invasive, prickly weed creeping into Nelshaby Reserve has sparked a community call out to help target declared cacti in the area.
Landscape...
Clare honours sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans
The Auburn, Clare and Districts RSL hosted a service on Vietnam War Veterans’ Day to commemorate and acknowledge those who served.
Formerly known as Long...
