Rain delay for harvest
The frustrations of farming continued at the end of last week when growers were hit with more rain delays. Widespread falls were recorded across...
A leg up for sheep producers
A pilot workshop for sheep producers was undertaken in Clare, empowering those in the industry with the knowledge and strategies to address sheep lameness.
The...
Competition push prices up for heavier lambs
SA LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE DUBLIN REPORT
Sheep - 25 November
Numbers increased this week as agents offered 7700 lambs and 1200 sheep. Quality was again extremely mixed...
Mid North landholders restore rivers and habitats
Local landholders have rolled up their sleeves to restore waterways and habitats across the Mid North.
Led by the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board...
When is a goose not a goose?
When it is a wood duck. I was recently asked by local duck fancier, Glen Bubner, for a definitive answer as to whether the...
Spalding Wool Show runs swimmingly
Schools and wool producers from across the Mid North converged on Spalding for a long-running tradition pitting the region's finest fleeces against each other.
The...
Sentiment surging for sheep
A survey has revealed a sharp rise in confidence among sheep producers, driven by buoyant prices and optimism for improved seasonal conditions.
The latest Sheep...
Pinery, 10 years on
It was the perfect storm: high temperatures and strong winds, and what the CFS refers to as catastrophic fire danger conditions.
Winds were blowing...
Lift for lamb prices as SA Livestock Exchange
SA LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE DUBLIN REPORT
Sheep - 11 November
Numbers reduced by 3000 head as agents offered 4000 lambs and 2000 sheep. Quality was fair average...
Cool and damp weather frustrates
This last week’s cool and damp weather has frustrated haymakers and harvesters. Whilst growers have managed to get a few lentils in the bin,...
Aussie celebrations across Wakefield
Communities across Wakefield Regional Council will once again gather to celebrate Australia Day, acknowledge the great achievements of its residents and welcome those who...
