Victorian farmers unhappy with water deal
The Victorian Farmers Federation is disappointed with the Victorian Government%u2019s deal with the Commonwealth Government to exempt 60,000 megalitres outside of the 4 percent water trading cap.
Fonterra and UDP announce opening milk prices
FONTERRA and UDP have announced their opening milk prices.
Pay-by-the-km proposal for car insurance
A NEW study's found basing the cost of car insurance on how far you drive can save people money and help the environment.
Fruit and veg pesticide tests should be compulsory: Greens
THE NSW Greens say testing of fruit and vegetables for chemical residues should be compulsory, and the results should be made public.
Back Paddock
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Kevin tries to muster courage
THE pressure on Prime Minister Kevin Rudd to do a bit of circle work in his infamous ute at this year's Deni muster is growing.
Latrobe takes the under-15 flag
LATROBE has taken top-honours at this year's VCFL under-15 championship.
Making a mark
Pictures: See all the thrills and spills from Traralgon’s win against Drouin at the weekend.
John's a net prophet
FINDING ways to stay profitable and sustainable in extreme seasons is a daily reality for livestock farmers.
Democracy a beautiful thing
THE value of having a Senate not controlled by the government of the day was on show last week.
Cattle clock ticking
AFTER years of farmers culling ewes, the much talked-about sheep shortage has finally hit.
Rain keeps crop hopes alive
GIPPSLAND croppers began sowing dry last month but are rounding off their programs this week with a little more confidence after receiving just enough rain to kick start growing.
Fonterra and UDP announce opening milk prices
FONTERRA and UDP have announced their opening milk prices.
Fruit and veg pesticide tests should be compulsory: Greens
THE NSW Greens say testing of fruit and vegetables for chemical residues should be compulsory, and the results should be made public.
On Farm
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Dung beetles field day
A FIELD day on dung beetles, including making a dung beetle trap, will be held at 345 North Jindivick Rd, Jindivick, in West Gippsland on Sunday, July 5.






















