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AgricultureAussie farmers keen to harvest knowledge

A study conducted by Western Australia's Curtin University has reinforced the need for farmers to embrace co-operation with the scientific community.

AAP

Bumper year CommentsPremiumWA farmers optimistic as record cattle prices continue

Record cattle prices have put a smile on farmers’ faces but caused angst for abattoirs and exporters, with much of Australia’s beef supply chain bracing for another turbulent year ahead.

Adam Poulsen

LIVE EXPORTAustralian live cattle exports lose steam

Australia’s live cattle export industry is losing ground in South-East Asia as record prices prompt importers to seek more affordable options.

Adam Poulsen

Record Harvest CommentsPremiumHow WA’s grain harvest surpassed the magic 20mt figure

It was the magic number some said would never be possible but WA grain farmers and bulk exporter CBH Group are settling into the reality that a 20 million tonne crop could become “the norm” in years to come.

Cally Dupe

Paddock-to-plate CommentsPremiumWA branded beef kicking goals

Discerning consumers are increasingly wanting to know the origins of their food, and a WA farmer butcher team is meeting that demand in the beef space.

Jenne Brammer

COST OF FROSTPremiumFrosts wipe $750m off WA’s record harvest

September frosts cost farmers up to $750 million after wiping more than two million tonnes off WA’s record harvest, the Grains Industry Association of WA has revealed.

Adam Poulsen

LANDMARK DEALFTA to boost Australian meat exports to UK

Red meat industry leaders have welcomed the signing of Australia’s free trade agreement with the United Kingdom, with the landmark deal set to facilitate a huge increase in tariff-free Aussie exports.

Adam Poulsen

AgricultureTearless onions to go on sale in the UK

"Tearless" onions will go on sale in the UK for the first time from next week.

Josie Clarke

Supply struggle CommentsPremiumKFC drops menu items as chicken shortage hits Australia

The chicken shortage isn’t just confined to KFC, with the share price of Ingham Group diving on news of supply chain issues stemming from worker shortages.

Sybilla Gross

AgricultureFarmers urge shopper calm amid COVID-19

Farmers have urged calm amid supply chain concerns saying there is plenty of fresh produce available, while urging the competition watchdog to intervene.

Liv Casben

tests neededPremiumWA shearing industry hopes to secure rapid antigen tests

The Shearing Contractors’ Association of Australia on Friday afternoon received a shipment of 3500 Rapid Antigen Tests from China to distribute to members trying to secure “as many as they can get”.

EXCLUSIVE Shannon Verhagen

Growing industryCommentsPremiumPerth teacher gets next generation engaged with biotech

Perth teacher Pauline Charman is encouraging students to embrace biotech with her social enterprise that sees young scientists learn about DNA barcoding. 

Caitlin Paroczai

Biofuel ShipmentPremiumCBH marks milestone with first biofuel-powered ship

The first Australian grain ship powered by biofuel is expected to set sail from Albany Port on Sunday through a history-making partnership between CBH Group and Oldendorff Carriers.

Cally Dupe

AgricultureFarmers finding it tough to take a break

Farmers are finding it tougher than ever to take holidays this festive season, as labour shortages bite hard.

Liv Casben

Spud king PremiumGalati’s $15 million fowl swoop

Spud King Tony Galati is gearing up to expand his multimillion dollar business empire after receiving approval to build a $15 million chicken farm near Lancelin.

Adam Poulsen

Golden handshake PremiumFormer CBH boss paid $300k exit fee

Jimmy Wilson left the grain juggernaut with a significant golden handshake after revelations his ambitious cost-cutting measures across the $4 billion co-operative fell short of aspirations.

Cally Dupe

Labour shortages PremiumFour-legged solution for farm jobs

Most industries are reeling from an acute labour crunch, but there’s no shortage of four-legged workers giving WA’s sheep producers a much-needed hand on their farms.

Jenne Brammer

Grain on rail PremiumCBH boss urges grain on rail investment after cash splash

The new boss of Australia’s biggest bulk grain exporter has urged governments to “recognise” the critical role agriculture plays and bolster investment in grain on rail in WA. 

Cally Dupe

Spending spreeCommentsPremiumAndrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest’s biggest buys in 2021

It’s been an impressive buy-up, covering everything from medicinal cannabis to Canadian nickel, from Queensland islands to pastoral properties. And it’s barely made a dent in Andrew Forrest’s wallet.

Sean Smith

Golden harvestPremiumHistory made: WA grain growers crack 20mt harvest total

It is the magic number some thought would never be possible but WA’s incredible farmers have officially harvested 20 million tonnes of grain.

Cally Dupe and Shannon Verhagen

AgricultureFarmers cash in on agritourism

Agritourism operators have had mixed fortunes thanks to COVID, while some operators are reporting a bump in visitor numbers this holiday season.

Liv Casben

$100M SALECommentsPremiumNicoletti selling 45,000ha of farmland worth up to $100m

WA farming and machinery stalwart John Nicoletti is selling more than 45,000ha of farmland in the Wheatbelt, estimated to be worth up to $100m with a number of “add-ons” including equipment and inputs for 2022.

Shannon Verhagen and Jenne Brammer

Net zero goalCommentsPremiumPush for Harvest Road to be carbon neutral ahead of 2030

A push by Andrew and Nicola Forrest for sustainability and net zero emissions is being embraced by their diversified agri-food business Harvest Road.

Jenne Brammer

Resilient performer CommentsPremiumTop 5 food and beverage areas for investment in 2022

Australia’s food and beverage sector has experienced a strong recovery from COVID-19, with a significant rebound in transaction volumes and values since the first half of 2020. 

Danielle Le Messurier