IN THE NEWS 21/22

Nov 18, 2021

AUSTRALIAN VETERAN NEWS| Bumper harvest means jobs and lifestyle opportunities for Aussie veterans

Operation Grain Harvest Assist (OPGHA) is an inspirational initiative by former tank commander Garry Spencer who spotted the opportunity...

ABC RADIO| Veterans pulling in the harvest

Nov 13, 2021

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ABC RADIO| Veterans pulling in the harvest

Throughout the Covid pandemic Australian farmers have struggled to find enough workers to help with harvesting. In a unique collaboration...

FARM ONLINE | Producers call for more home-grown fert

Nov 9, 2021

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FARM ONLINE | Producers call for more home-grown fert

THE AUSTRALIAN agriculture sector is pushing for greater development of home-grown fertiliser production facilities to protect the...

FARM WEEKLY| Strike project to produce local fertiliser

Nov 9, 2021

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FARM WEEKLY| Strike project to produce local fertiliser

A GREEN Fertiliser Industry Roundtable has discussed the advantages of using modern technologies to increase domestic manufacturing and...

FARM ONLINE | Former ADF members stand up at harvest

Nov 7, 2021

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FARM ONLINE | Former ADF members stand up at harvest

Grain Producers Australia sent out hearty thanks for ex-ADF members who have participated in its Operation: Grain Assist program, linking...

NORTHERN BEACHES REVIEW | Spring rains dampen record Aussie crops

Nov 6, 2021

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NORTHERN BEACHES REVIEW | Spring rains dampen record Aussie crops

THE WEEKLY TIMES | Almond Board of Australia: EU chemical rules may curb almond exports to Europe

Nov 4, 2021

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THE WEEKLY TIMES | Almond Board of Australia: EU chemical rules may curb almond exports to Europe

Australia’s almond industry fears European Union rules will affect shipping into Europe.

GRAIN CENTRAL | GrainCorp, Qube on board with GPA safety course

Nov 3, 2021

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GRAIN CENTRAL | GrainCorp, Qube on board with GPA safety course

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FARM ONLINE | Nobody is above the law on biosecurity - not even Hollywood actors

Nov 2, 2021

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FARM ONLINE | Nobody is above the law on biosecurity - not even Hollywood actors

Reports of a new investigation into Johnny Depp's former partner, Amber Heard, for allegations relating to the enforcement of Australia's...

FARM ONLINE | Concern grows over increasing grain sustainability requirements

Nov 1, 2021

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FARM ONLINE | Concern grows over increasing grain sustainability requirements

WHILE AUSTRALIAN exports of canola to Europe continue to fuel a billion dollar boom for the oilseeds industry there is mounting concern...

THE WEEKLY TIMES | Aussie farmers fear European regulation

Oct 27, 2021

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THE WEEKLY TIMES | Aussie farmers fear European regulation

EU biodiversity action may directly impair Aussie grain production, according to leading voices — and it could extend to other industries.

NORTH QUEENSLAND REGISTER | GPA looks for director replacement in southern zone

Oct 21, 2021

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NORTH QUEENSLAND REGISTER | GPA looks for director replacement in southern zone

GRAIN Producers Australia has a vacancy for a southern director to fill on its board due to the resignation of Stephen Ball due to...

GRAIN CENTRAL | Eastern rain interrupts harvest, but a big plus overall

Oct 18, 2021

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GRAIN CENTRAL | Eastern rain interrupts harvest, but a big plus overall

WIDESPREAD rain over southern and eastern Australia over the past week has interrupted early harvest in the northern regions, but overall...

NIKKEI ASIA | 'Lucky' Australia seen weathering impact of China tensions for now

Oct 17, 2021

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NIKKEI ASIA | 'Lucky' Australia seen weathering impact of China tensions for now

Commodity price trends, China's energy crisis and evolving Asia-Pacific defense alliances appear to be helping Australia weather its...

FARMING AHEAD | New biosecurity specific website launched

Oct 15, 2021

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FARMING AHEAD | New biosecurity specific website launched

Designed with grain growers in mind, the easy-to-use Grains Farm Biosecurity website provides fact sheets, videos, how-to-guides, online...

ABOUT REGIONAL | Australian Defence Force personnel asked to swap tanks for trucks

Oct 11, 2021

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ABOUT REGIONAL | Australian Defence Force personnel asked to swap tanks for trucks

It’s not so much a call to arms as it is a call for arms, hands and legs as former Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel are being...

THE WEEKLY TIMES | Canola and wheat prices higher this year as harvest nears

Oct 6, 2021

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THE WEEKLY TIMES | Canola and wheat prices higher this year as harvest nears

The Alexander family is hoping for some sunshine to finish off the season, as canola prices rise. Here’s what experts expect prices to do.

FARM ONLINE | Grain Producers Australia encouraging farmers to heed CSIRO mouse bait advice

Sep 29, 2021

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FARM ONLINE | Grain Producers Australia encouraging farmers to heed CSIRO mouse bait advice

Grain Producers Australia is urging farmers to heed the advice of scientific experts when it comes to making decisions about managing...

QUEENSLAND COUNTRY LIFE | Insurance hikes hit contract harvesters

Sep 28, 2021

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QUEENSLAND COUNTRY LIFE | Insurance hikes hit contract harvesters

Professional contract harvesters say they're being hit by massive insurance price hikes, adding to ongoing concerns over labour shortages...

NORTH QLD REGISTER | Urgent action needed to tackle hungry plant pest

Sep 24, 2021

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NORTH QLD REGISTER | Urgent action needed to tackle hungry plant pest

Farmers want speedy access to a new chemical to help combat the rapid spread of fall armyworm in sorghum and millet crops. Grains...