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Origins of the iconic slouch hat

Origins of the iconic slouch hat

The renowned Australian military headdress dates back to the late 1800s and draws on some surprising inspiration.

St George landholders tackling spray drift

St George landholders tackling spray drift

St George (Qld) landholders are tackling spray drift at a local level.

Gains are not small potatoes

Gains are not small potatoes

Maximising the return from every acre is a priority for farmers like Richard Hawke making plant and soil enhancement products very appealing.

Aussie wine wins with Canada agreement

Aussie wine wins with Canada agreement

Australian wine will have better access to British Columbia.

St George landholders tackling spray drift

St George landholders tackling spray drift

St George (Qld) landholders are tackling spray drift at a local level.

Coles locks in $2 tinned fruit deal with SPC

Coles locks in $2 tinned fruit deal with SPC

Coles and SPC bring in new brand for Victorian fruit.

Take the Easter Story Quiz!

Take the Easter Story Quiz!

How well do you know the story behind Easter?

Orchardists could turn to golf grass

Orchardists could turn to golf grass

Orchard grass has the potential for improvement, says a turf expert.

Auditor to review decade of water buybacks

Auditor to review decade of water buybacks

Ag minister David Littleproud has asked for a water buyback review.

Take the Easter Story Quiz!

Take the Easter Story Quiz!

How well do you know the story behind Easter?

Smart farming grants open

Smart farming grants open

Horticulture producers can now apply for a Smart Farming Partnership.

Aussie wine wins with Canada agreement

Aussie wine wins with Canada agreement

Australian wine will have better access to British Columbia.

Orchardists could turn to golf grass

Orchardists could turn to golf grass

Orchard grass has the potential for improvement, says a turf expert.

Gains are not small potatoes

Gains are not small potatoes

Maximising the return from every acre is a priority for farmers like Richard Hawke making plant and soil enhancement products very appealing.

Auditor to review decade of water buybacks

Auditor to review decade of water buybacks

Ag minister David Littleproud has asked for a water buyback review.

Smart farming grants open

Smart farming grants open

Horticulture producers can now apply for a Smart Farming Partnership.

Macadamias battling mistletoe menace

Macadamias battling mistletoe menace

Mistletoe is hindering Qld macadamia production.

Macadamias battling mistletoe menace

Groups merge to form Food & Fibre Gippsland

Canadian develops waterless apple washing

New research tackles issues of 'rot' in wine grapes

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Orchardists could turn to golf grass

Orchardists could turn to golf grass

Orchard grass has the potential for improvement, says a turf expert.

Hansen Orchards think beyond tomorrow | Video

Hansen Orchards think beyond tomorrow | Video

Tasmania's Hansen family has proved a world leader in high quality apple and cherry production.

Macadamias battling mistletoe menace

Macadamias battling mistletoe menace

Mistletoe is hindering Qld macadamia production.

Canadian develops waterless apple washing

Canadian develops waterless apple washing

Canadian outfit, Clean Works, is cleaning produce without water.

Efforts raised against rogue stink bug

Efforts raised against rogue stink bug

Governments are lifting their preventative measures against BMSB.

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50 special moments from dawn services across Australia

50 special moments from dawn services across Australia

Photos from Anzac Day dawn services across Australia.

See inside fire-ravaged Notre Dame

See inside fire-ravaged Notre Dame

The battle to save the Notre Dame from being completely destroyed by fire captured in photos.

Feeders lift their rates at Wodonga

Feeders lift their rates at Wodonga

Export processor-backed feeder orders have upped the ante on suitable cattle to feed at Wodonga store cattle sale

Interest in pecan nuts draws plenty

Interest in pecan nuts draws plenty

Check out the photos from the Pecan Farming Info Day at Mundubbera, Qld.

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New report highlights digital farm solutions

New report highlights digital farm solutions

Exclusive: KPMG, MLA and Aatlis to release Agri 4.0 connectivity report

This is appalling: Labor promises to hold inland rail inquiry

This is appalling: Labor promises to hold inland rail inquiry

An elected Labor government would launch an inquiry into the federal government's $10 billion Melbourne to Brisbane inland rail line.

Permits raise sprayer height

Permits raise sprayer height

Nufarm 2,4-D permits legalise grower practice

Wheat values driven by supply side| Grain Brokers Australia

Wheat values driven by supply side| Grain Brokers Australia

Global grain markets are being driven by the production side of the equation.

Hot Singapore's cool port of call for global perishable produce

Hot Singapore's cool port of call for global perishable produce

Farm product quality doesn't just need to be excellent in Australia, its integrity must hold up in overseas supply chains

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Gains are not small potatoes

Gains are not small potatoes

Maximising the return from every acre is a priority for farmers like Richard Hawke making plant and soil enhancement products very appealing.

How to help protect your plants against drought

How to help protect your plants against drought

There are ways you can protect plants during drought to avoid a reduction in yield in the future.

Manure – a valuable resource that needs to be managed

Manure – a valuable resource that needs to be managed

Feedlot pens should be cleaned regularly, especially under shaded areas.

A new guide for managing pregnant heifers in feedlots

A new guide for managing pregnant heifers in feedlots

There's a new best practice guide for managing pregnant heifers in feedlots.

Mixed outlook for sorghum crop

Mixed outlook for sorghum crop

It's a variable outlook for the 2019 sorghum crop.

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Climate debate not so cool | OPINION

Climate debate not so cool | OPINION

In the 1960s, students were worried about global cooling. Oh how things change.

Veg consumption is a poor record | OPINION

Veg consumption is a poor record | OPINION

Everyone is on Facebook. Pity not all are on the vegetable bandwagon.

Tasmanian taste map still a dream | OPINION

Tasmanian taste map still a dream | OPINION

A taste profile map of Tassie is a great concept... but still a way off.

F&V festivals still drawing the crowds | OPINION

F&V festivals still drawing the crowds | OPINION

There's something special about a town celebrating a particular vegetable or fruit.

Tassie – the tipping point? OPINION

Tassie – the tipping point? OPINION

Things are looking up for Tassie ag, according to Dr Walker.

Weeds can invite insects

Weeds can invite insects

Vegetable growers who have received early summer rainfall should be on the lookout for weed growth that can harbour insect pests.

Nature and nurture: How to best engage with the next generation

Nature and nurture: How to best engage with the next generation

The next generation needs a helping hand if we want them to take up the farm.

Food safety culture needs thorough understanding

Food safety culture needs thorough understanding

Food safety requires some in-depth thinking and implementation.