Chaff residues put to the test
A study is underway, including on Eyre Peninsula, to determine whether harvest weed seed control (HWSC) systems which create chaff residues are promoting increased...
Landowners learn about carbon credits
Farming for carbon credits is still in its infancy in Australia, which people attending a recent sticky beak day at Buckleboo Station found out...
Wudinna to host livestock forum
Strategies to improve the productivity and profitability of the state’s sheep flock and beef herd will be the focus of livestock forums next month,...
Eliminating effects of drought
“Droughts don’t cause bare ground - bare ground causes droughts.”
The quote from Rhodesian biologist Allan Savory was used by Buckleboo Station manager James Kerr...
Farmers urged to take caution
SA Power Networks (SAPN) are concerned there may be serious injury or death if farmers keep hitting powerlines and poles with farm machinery while...
Multi-species crop builds soil
Eyre Peninsula farmers are paying increased input costs on everything needed to grow a crop - but if they reap a decent harvest, indications...
Vigilance needed to combat Khaki weed spread
Eyre Peninsula people need to be extra vigilant inspecting their car tyres for the invasive Khaki weed, with outbreaks at Kimba, Wudinna and Cowell.
The...
Perfect start for EP farmers
As Eyre Peninsula farmers begin sowing their crops, expectations are high for strong yields come November’s harvest, with good summer rains creating near perfect...
Take a sticky beak at station
Future proofing for drought and carbon farming are just two topics people have the opportunity to learn more about next week at a sticky...
Hygiene vital at seeding time
With seeding preparations building during this busy time of year, growers are encouraged to prioritise hygiene around seed grain and storage infrastructure.
The Grains Research...
Regional men unite for mental health
When it comes to self care and mental health for men in regional Australia, there is sometimes a feeling of “no worries ... I'm...
