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Struggling Mildura medicinal cannabis grower strikes a major retail deal

The financially struggling Cann Group has signed a deal to supply 11 Queensland pharmacies with its product. Pictures from Cann Group.
Chris McLennan

Big US buyers of Aussie farms are in the line of fire of Trump's tariffs

Chris McLennan
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US-based Mormon church bought the large-scale dryland cropping operation North Star Aggregation (5694ha) near Moree in NSW from Proterra Investment Partners, a US investment company. Picture from LAWD.

Top SA vegetable grower puts its business on the market

Chris McLennan
One of the state's biggest vegetable growers is putting its profitable business on the market. Pictures from Elders Real Estate.
Opinion
RB Sellars boss: Australian 'grown' has more value than Australian 'made'
Jim Gall
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Why all the focus on Australian "made" as opposed to Australian "grown", asks RB Sellars chief executive officer, Jim Gall. Picture by Zac Braxton-Smith.
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Promises, promises: election sweeteners put to the test

ACM wants to hear your thoughts on the election campaign.

Ritchie Bros celebrates 30 years in business with mega Victorian auction

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The Ritchie Bros team at the company's Yatala site in Brisbane will celebrate 30 years since the company began later this year. Picture supplied.
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GPA calls on major parties to plant seeds today for ag's future success
Jason Gregory
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GPA president Barry Large believes farmers are the primary catalyst for strengthening rural Australia. Pic supplied.
Co-op supermarket competition thrives overseas, why not in regional Australia?
To promote more competition in Australia's grocery retail sector we need new players such as co-operative-owned supermarkets. File picture.
Melina Morrison
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Prime Central West farms poised for auction after welcome rain
Chris McLennan
The vendors of these two properties welcomed the March rain as the properties head to auction in May. Pictures and video from Ray White.

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Big US buyers of Aussie farms are in the line of fire of Trump's tariffs

US-based Mormon church bought the large-scale dryland cropping operation North Star Aggregation (5694ha) near Moree in NSW from Proterra Investment Partners, a US investment company. Picture from LAWD.
Chris McLennan
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Top SA vegetable grower puts its business on the market

Chris McLennan
One of the state's biggest vegetable growers is putting its profitable business on the market. Pictures from Elders Real Estate.
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Prime Central West farms poised for auction after welcome rain

Chris McLennan
The vendors of these two properties welcomed the March rain as the properties head to auction in May. Pictures and video from Ray White.

Plant protein pioneer secures fresh backing after hitting financial trouble

Chris McLennan
Financially troubled Australian Plant Proteins with its major plant in Horsham has found a new owner. Picture from APP.

Nondescript sheep block rebranded as dream retreat and it paid off

Chris McLennan
This sheep grazing block at Allandale has sold for $812 per acre. Pictures from Elders Real Estate.

Beef

Grillmasters clash for crown at Zoetis AngusEXPO BBQ showdown in Tamworth

Premium beef producer Jack's Creek will have home-town advantage at the upcoming AngusBBQ Competition during the Zoetis AngusEXPO in Tamworth. Picture supplied
Kate Stark

The next crop of GenAngus future leaders

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The 2024 GenAngus participants, who were able to gain business and industry knowledge through hands-on workshops. Picture supplied

JBS closure of forward contracts for grass-fed beef 'unrelated' to tariffs

Barry Murphy
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JBS announced the closure of its forward contracts for grass-fed beef this week. Picture supplied
 

 

Agribusiness

Big US buyers of Aussie farms are in the line of fire of Trump's tariffs

US-based Mormon church bought the large-scale dryland cropping operation North Star Aggregation (5694ha) near Moree in NSW from Proterra Investment Partners, a US investment company. Picture from LAWD.
Chris McLennan
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Struggling Mildura medicinal cannabis grower strikes a major retail deal

Chris McLennan
The financially struggling Cann Group has signed a deal to supply 11 Queensland pharmacies with its product. Pictures from Cann Group.
Opinion

RB Sellars boss: Australian 'grown' has more value than Australian 'made'

Jim Gall
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Why all the focus on Australian "made" as opposed to Australian "grown", asks RB Sellars chief executive officer, Jim Gall. Picture by Zac Braxton-Smith.
Co-op supermarket competition thrives overseas, why not in regional Australia?
Melina Morrison
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To promote more competition in Australia's grocery retail sector we need new players such as co-operative-owned supermarkets. File picture.

Dairy

Co-op supermarket competition thrives overseas, why not in regional Australia?

To promote more competition in Australia's grocery retail sector we need new players such as co-operative-owned supermarkets. File picture.
Melina Morrison
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Significant progress made by dairy industry towards sustainability goals

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The 2024 Australian Dairy Sustainability Framework Scorecard has shown significant progress towards the industry's sustainability goals. Picture by Matthias Zomer

On-farm surveillance solutions help keep a close eye out for threats

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Advances in on-farm surveillance technology are now helping dairy operators take a more proactive approach to security and farm management. Picture supplied

Sheep & Goats

The three countries in red meat's sights: MLA's emerging market growth plan

Assorted high-quality Australian beef cuts and related products displayed at a supermarket counter in Bangkok, Thailand. Picture via Shutterstock.
Victoria Nugent
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Sheepmeat producers hope Trump's tariffs don't dull US appetite for lamb

Victoria Nugent
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South Australian sheep producer Jaimie Heinrich. Picture supplied by Sheep Producers Australia.
Opinion

China hit hard by Trump tariffs - what it'll mean for Aus ag | Episode 3

Andrew Whitelaw, Episode 3
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Cropping

Grape transporters doing better but non-compliance still a concern in areas

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator says it is optimistic non-compliance rates for wine transporters will continue to decline. Picture via Shutterstock
A campaign has seen the NHVR focus on grape harvest hazards.
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GPA calls on major parties to plant seeds today for ag's future success

Jason Gregory
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GPA president Barry Large believes farmers are the primary catalyst for strengthening rural Australia. Pic supplied.

Politics

Bob Katter launches 'very light, very refreshing' Bob Katter in a can

The Patriot beer bearing Queensland MP Bob Katter's image, launched during the 2025 federal election campaign. Picture supplied
Saffron Howden

GPA calls on major parties to plant seeds today for ag's future success

Jason Gregory
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GPA president Barry Large believes farmers are the primary catalyst for strengthening rural Australia. Pic supplied.
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Promises, promises: election sweeteners put to the test

ACM wants to hear your thoughts on the election campaign.

Machinery

Italy-based Mascar appoints Inlon as its Australian distributor

The company manufactures a range of balers, combi baler-wrappers and bale wrappers. File picture
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Ritchie Bros celebrates 30 years in business with mega Victorian auction

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The Ritchie Bros team at the company's Yatala site in Brisbane will celebrate 30 years since the company began later this year. Picture supplied.

Olympus Loaders designed 'to perform in Australia's harshest conditions'

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Founder and director of Olympus Loaders, Simon Collins, says his loaders are custom built. Picture supplied.

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Italy-based Mascar appoints Inlon as its Australian distributor

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A smart connection to livestock financing

A Smart Connection to Livestock Financing with Stockco and Auctionsplus
StockCo's partnership with AuctionsPlus means producers have combined access to financing solutions and the country's largest online livestock marketplace in one place. Picture supplied

Unlocking carbon's potential

Farmers engaging in the carbon credit market can diversify their income and reduce their reliance on traditional agricultural markets. Picture supplied

Markets

Northern rain sparks 'electric' sheep markets across the east

An autumn break in northern regions has reinvigorated the lamb market. Picture by Kiara Stacey
Leann Dax
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Opinion

Splitting the nation: cattle sector faced with contrasting weather | Episode 3

Matt Dalgleish, Episode 3
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Splitting the nation: cattle sector faced with contrasting weather | Episode 3

'Significant shift': Notable decline occurring in eastern lamb yardings

Leann Dax
Nutrien Fawcett Livestock agent Ashley Fawcett and John Shearer, Eden Valley, SA, at the recent Jamestown, SA, market. Picture by Paula Thompson

Opinion

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RB Sellars boss: Australian 'grown' has more value than Australian 'made'

Jim Gall
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Why all the focus on Australian "made" as opposed to Australian "grown", asks RB Sellars chief executive officer, Jim Gall. Picture by Zac Braxton-Smith.
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Nathan Cattle, Clear Grain Exchange
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