US Election: What could it mean for Aussie farmers?
After months of mud-slinging, the US election is almost here. From tariffs to geopolitical frictions, what could a Trump or Harris presidency mean for Australian agriculture?
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Government pouring millions of dollars into paying VicGrid staff
The Victorian Government is pouring millions of dollars into paying 104 VicGrid staff to map out where Victoria’s transmission developments should be built.
Parks Victoria cuts 51 services
Parks Victoria has cuts 51 services in the wake of funding shortfalls and redundancies.
Live export investigation still ongoing
A federal government investigation into a suspected breach of live export standards for sheep sold into Jordan is yet to be finalised more than 12 months on.
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Wild dogs to cross state border
A Victorian farmer has dubbed the state government ban on culling wild dogs in North West Victoria as a “defacto release” of the animals into South Australia.
Foot baths have been removed from airports. Farmers want answers
Cattle Australia is demanding answers after it was startled by the federal government’s changes to biosecurity protocols for foot-and-mouth disease.
Fruit growers plan to learn the ‘art of negotiation’
In a bold tactic to ward off pressure to lower their prices, fruit and vegetable growers are seeking out former supermarket buyers to learn their tricks.
Boundaries shift in federal fight
A recent redistribution has shaken up the race for the next federal election, due by May next year. Here’s what it means for regional Australia.
Concerns plan is ‘detrimental’ to conventional farming
Farmers are concerned the federal government’s Nature Positive plan puts the future of conventional farming at risk.
NSW considers lifting its ban on virtual stock fencing
Farmers are managing more than 200,000 cows across NZ and Tasmania using technology that allows them to be virtually fenced and herded.
Ag Minister Murray Watt tipped for a promotion
Talk of a federal cabinet reshuffle has reached a crescendo, with popular Agriculture Minister Murray Watt mooted for a promotion.
Speculation surrounds wheat tariffs
There has been a flurry of speculation that India may scrap the 40 per cent tariff it imposed on wheat imports.
Live sheep exports: Pressure mounts for Senate inquiry
Agriculture Minister Murray Watt is under mounting pressure to refer legislation to end the live sheep export trade to a Senate committee for further scrutiny.
Pig inquiry: Call for CCTV on farms
Animal Justice Party, Green and Victorian Labor MPs have demanded radical animal welfare reforms, as part of a pig welfare inquiry.
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