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The Rural NewsWhat is behind a drop in wool prices?
Experts say this week's dip in wool prices isn't cause for concern. The Eastern Market Indicator ended the week 46 cents lower than the week prior, after…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Friday June 26
In today's National Rural News: WA Poultry farmers prepare for the worst, RSPCA lays animal cruelty charges, what's behind a dip in wool prices -- plus the…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Thursday June 25
National Rural News Thursday June 25 In today's National Rural News: deadly strain of bird flu detected in a second state, farmer concerns over interest in…
The Rural NewsVictorian farmers warn agriculture is on a collision course with artificial intelligence and data centres
Victorian farmers are calling for the agriculture sector to be protected, amid a data centre infrastructure boom. There are currently 30 proposed projects…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Wednesday June 24
National Rural News Wednesday June 24 In today's National Rural News: Chemical regulator makes it's decision about toxic herbicide use, Labor maintains it's…
The Rural NewsFarm chemicals regulator imposes significant restrictions on the use of controversial herbicide
Farmers will still be able to access a crucial herbicide, but Australia's farm chemicals regulator is imposing new limits. Paraquat has been banned in 67…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Tuesday June 23
National Rural News Tuesday June 23 In today's National Rural News: Investigations into the spread of H5N1 bird flu, China's import quota filled, fertiliser…
The Rural NewsBeef bound for China now subject to 55% tariff after import quota was officially filled
Australian beef bound for China will now incur a 55 percent tariff, after an import quota was filled. Some cargo already in transit before the limit was…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Monday June 22
National Rural News Monday June 22 In today's National Rural News: Deadly strain of bird flu detected in wild birds, US-Iran peace talks stall, farmers…
The Rural NewsFarmers reiterate their opposition to water buybacks on the Murray Darling Basin
Farmers say the money being used for the federal government's water buybacks on the Murray Darling Basin could be better spent The National Farmers Federation…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Thursday June 18
In today's National Rural News: Fertiliser relief in sight as the U.S and Iran sign peace deal, farmer confidence hits record low, QLD beef producers under…
The Rural NewsFarmer confidence hits record low
Farmer confidence has plummeted to its lowest recorded level in 20 years. Research from Rabobank shows 58% of Australian farmers had a negative outlook for the…
The Rural NewsConcerns about the move to full cost recovery on agricultural exports
Farmers are raising concerns about the federal government's decision to move to full cost recovery on agricultural exports. Since 2023, Labor has had support…
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National Rural News Wednesday June 17
In today's National Rural News: Calls for an extension to the fuel excise, more funding to address Lumpy Skin Disease, what does the future of the agriculture…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Tuesday June 16
National Rural News Tuesday June 16 In today's National Rural News: Strait of Hormuz to formally reopen on Friday, sugar mills expected to come back online…
The Rural NewsDoes New World Screwworm spreading through Texas affect the Australian cattle industry
Experts say Australia's cattle industry is not at risk, as a parasite spreads through the United States. A dozen cases of New World Screwworm have been…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Monday June 15
National Rural News Monday June 15 In today's National Rural News: Peace deal reached in Middle East conflict, export fees on the rise, nitrogen fertiliser…
The Rural NewsBravo Apples launch in Chinese supermarkets in a milestone moment for the apple industry
A popular brand of Australian apples has hit Chinese supermarket shelves. Soluna Apples, known as Bravo Apples in Australia, are being sold in premium grocers…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Thursday June 11
National Rural News Thursday June 11 In today's National Rural News: Beef exports to China slow, port security fees nearly triple, cherry growers celebrated…
The Rural NewsRain boosts farmer confidence ahead of El Nino
Farmer confidence is on the rise, after a late autumn break helped boost soil moisture levels ahead of a predicted El Nino. The latest Bendigo Bank Commodities…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Wednesday June 10
National Rural News Wednesday June 10 In today's National Rural News: Global beef supply to tighten, additional fertiliser and diesel bound for Australia, a…
The Rural NewsExperts predict Australia well placed to handle tightening global beef supply
Global beef production is tipped to fall more than 2% this year, but experts say that's good news for the Australian industry. A new report from Rabobank shows…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Tuesday June 9
National Rural News Tuesday June 9 In today's National Rural News: New resource to help suppliers navigate relationships with retailers, new research to…
The Rural NewsThe potential new way to manage a feral pest
Researchers are trying to decipher a "hidden language" in fox urine to better control the pests. There are an estimated 1.7 million foxes in Australia…
The Rural NewsMiddle East exports rebound amid continued Iran conflict
Red meat exports to the Middle East have begun to rebound, as tensions in the region continue. Shipments have nearly doubled since the Iran conflict broke out…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Friday June 5
National Rural News Friday June 5 In today's National Rural News: Beef exporters are on the verge of losing access to the Chinese markets, the hail risk to…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Thursday June 4
National Rural News Thursday June 4 In today's National Rural News: Farmers react to wage increase, cotton prices reach two year high, SA and Victoria leading…
The Rural NewsWine sector facing the toughest commercial challenges in generations
Wine industry representatives are calling for the federal government to halt tax changes announced the budget. Taylors Wines is threatening to take its…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Wednesday June 3
National Rural News Wednesday June 3 In today's National Rural News: Trade tensions, looming tariffs and seasonal conditions weigh heavily on the cattle…
The Rural NewsTrade tensions, looming tariffs and seasonal conditions weigh heavily on the cattle sector
Looming tariffs, trade shifts and seasonal conditions are adding uncertainty to the beef sector. ANZ's Winter Commodity reports shows increased culling driven…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Tuesday June 2
National Rural News Tuesday June 2 In today's National Rural News: Farmers react to opening milk prices, ag production value to fall, wool market reaches five…
The Rural News'Pain is being shared': Industry representatives say both dairy farmers and processors are struggling, as milk prices for the new season are revealed
Some farmers say they are disappointed by opening milk prices, but industry leaders say processors are struggling too. Prices and supply agreements for the new…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Monday June 1
National Rural News Monday June 1 In today's National Rural News: Deadline day for dairy processors and their new milk supply agreements, final decision on…
The Rural NewsThree in four families unaware of the support available to them when needing to travel for specialist helthcare
New data rural families who need to travel for their child's specialist healthcare are unaware of the support available to them. Research conducted by Ronald…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Friday May 29
National Rural News Friday May 29 In today's National Rural News: Winter crops gets off to an early start, olive growers raise concerns over water policy…
The Rural NewsOlive growers concerns over water management policy and prices
The federal government is being urged to re-think it's water management policies. The Olive Oil industry is raising concerns about it's future, after Cobram…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Thursday May 28
National Rural News Thursday May 28 In today's National Rural News: Experts believe Australian farmers can adapt to increasing volatility in the ag sector…
The Rural NewsNew report warns market volatility is the new normal, but farmers are well placed to adapt
A new report has found market volatility is becoming the new normal in the agriculture sector. But experts believe Australian farmers are well placed to adapt…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Wednesday May 27
National Rural News Wednesday May 27 In today's National Rural News: Data shows freight operators are absorbing soaring diesel costs, wheat plantings to…
The Rural NewsFarmers urge the federal government to quickly roll out Right to Repair reforms to farm machinery
Farmers are urging the federal government to hold a fast and efficient consultation process on Right to Repair reforms. Labor is moving to expand the reforms…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Tuesday May 26
National Rural News Tuesday May 26 In today's National Rural News: Feedlot capacity and turnover reaches record levels, ACCC issues fines for alleged breaches…
The Rural NewsFeedlot utilisation and capacity reaches record highs
Cattle on feed and feeding capacity numbers has risen to record levels, according to the latest industry survey. The Australian Lot Feeders Association and…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Monday May 25
National Rural News Monday May 25 In today's National Rural News: Goat transaction levy could rise, potential deal to re-open the Strait of Hormuz, Farmers…
The Rural NewsConsultation on increasing the goat transaction levy begins
Goat producers are calling for changes to transaction levies, as the industry experiences rapid growth. The Goat Industry Council is reviewing the current…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Friday May 22
National Rural News Friday May 22 In today's National Rural News: Beef production off the strongest start to the year on record, changes to Right to Repair…
The Rural NewsBeef production off the strongest start to the year on record
It's been a strong start to the year for beef production, according to the latest figures. ABS data shows more than 730 000 tonnes of beef were produced in the…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Thursday May 21
National Rural News Thursday May 21 In today's National Rural News: Dairy farmer sentiment rises, calls for better education for irrigators, the nation's…
The Rural NewsFarmers urged to diversify their business with agri-tourism
Farmers are being urged to consider the benefits of Agritourism to help offset rising input costs. CSIRO data estimates demand for the sector to reach more…
The Rural NewsCelebrating the nation's bees amid the varroa mite battle
Apiarists are expecting their industry to continue to struggle for the next few years as they battle the destructive Varroa Mite. Bee keepers are encouraging…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Wednesday May 20
In today's National Rural News: More fertiliser on the way to help Australian farmers, regional television issues in the spotlight, celebrating the nation's…
The Rural NewsNew tool to battle mouse plagues
Farmers battling mice plagues in W-A, South Australia, and Queensland now have a new tool in their arsenal to deal with the pest. The Australian Pesticides and…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Tuesday May 19
In today's National Rural News: Farmers given access to double-strength poison to deal with mouse plagues, Federal Government knocks back flood relief package…
The Rural NewsWool industry quells concerns after dip in prices
The wool industry says a slight decline in wool markets in the past fortnight is not cause for concern. The Eastern Market Indicator is sitting nearly 58%…
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National Rural News Monday May 18
In today's National Rural News: Wool industry hopeful of positive effects from the Middle-East conflict, forecasters warn of "super el Nino", tractor sales…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Friday May 15
National Rural News Friday May 15 In today's National Rural News: Beef industry closely monitoring Brazil's booming exports, more fertiliser on its way to…
The Rural NewsContinued international demand to prop up the beef sector in 2026
Experts believe the beef industry will remain on strong footing for the rest of the year. A new report shows international demand continues to prop up the…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Thursday May 14
National Rural News Thursday May 14 In today's National Rural News: More fertiliser bound for Australia, reactions to the federal budget, fire ants on track to…
The Rural NewsBitterly disappointed No new funding for struggling wine industry
The wine industry says its 'bitterly disappointed' there were no changes to funding in the federal budget. In its pre-budget submission, Australian Grape and…
The Rural NewsNational Rural News Wednesday May 13
National Rural News Wednesday May 13 In today's National Rural News: Farmers react to the federal budget, why beef exports to China are slowing, NSW farmer…
The Rural NewsBeef exports to the Middle East rebound, while shipments to China ease
Australian beef exports in April have eased from March levels, but remain above 2025 figures. More than 140 thousand tonnes were shipped last month. Rural…