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Macadamia Farmer Harvest 10 Tonnes by Hand

In contrast to most growers, David Flinter manages his commercial organic macadamia farm. In fact, he thinks he might be the only farmer who...

Japanese Market Extremely Scrutinous of its Fruit Quality

India's Kesar mangoes have had a great debut on the Japanese market. The first experimental shipments of Indian fruit producer Kay Bee Exports were...

I and II Class Navels Fewer in Quantity this Season

The Delite mandarin has been produced commercially by Australian citrus farmer Nutrano for ten years; the start of the current harvest is barely two...

Current Agricultural Situation Not Ideal but Complaining Worsens the Circumstances

"Until the final shipment of summer fruit leaves our warehouse, we will work nonstop. Although the current time is difficult, complaining just makes everything...

Agricultural Opportunities for Women Increase due to Shortage of Labour

Operating two cotton picker machines this year, when seven months pregnant, was not something Annie Kennedy had anticipated. But for her and her partner's...

New Invention Clears Plastic from Oceans

Louise Hardman is a water person who enjoys anything involving it, whether it is for fun, exercise, or job. Her work as a naturalist...

Drone-Flying Firefighters Assist Flood Affected Farmers

In some areas of northern NSW, the cane harvest is about to begin, but there is a concern. The area was devastated by floods...

Why the Sudden Rise in Milk Prices?

Australians have noticed Coles has quietly raised the price of its own-brand milk after a farmer explained why the cost of the white stuff...

Wet Conditions Prepare NSW for a Bumper Truffle Season

With record rainfalls and freezing temperatures, Australia is on track to produce its largest harvest of truffles. These conditions are perfect for the growth...

Victorian Fruit Fly the Top Priority at Industry Awards

The Goulburn Murray Valley Fruit Fly Area Wide Management programme, which won this year's Visy Impact Award at Hort Connections 2022, has demonstrated its...