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CSIRO’s dual-purpose cropping system claims an Australian record in canola harvest

A New South Wales mixed farming business, previously described as “heavily in drought and practically a dustbowl”, has produced a record breaking canola harvest of 7.16 tonnes/hectare. Read More

Mike WheelerFebruary 24, 2021, 8:40 amFebruary 24, 2021

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Drought impacting on beekeepers

Hive + Wellness has warned that Australia faces a potential honey shortage, as the nation’s beekeepers grapple with some of the most difficult conditions in the industry’s history. Honey production
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Mike WheelerNovember 7, 2019, 9:17 amNovember 7, 2019

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IoT satellite network to deliver rainfall data to farmers

Australian farmers could soon be looking to the stars rather than the skies for their weather information following the development of a rain gauge that uses a satellite network to transmit remote rainfall
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Mike WheelerAugust 9, 2019, 9:48 amAugust 9, 2019

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Funds for drought increased

Farmers and rural and regional communities which have been suffering from drought will have access to the increased funds available from the Future Drought Fund. The fund will grow from $3.9 billion
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Mike WheelerJuly 26, 2019, 9:04 amJuly 26, 2019

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ANU research uses satellite data to predict drought

Scientists from The Australian National University (ANU) have used new space technology to predict droughts and increased bushfire risk up to five months in advance. The ANU researchers used data from
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David LoneraganJanuary 30, 2019, 3:08 pmJanuary 30, 2019

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Coles raises more than $7.1 million for drought appeal

Coles and its customers have contributed more than $7.1 million to the Country Women’s Association of Australia to help drought-affected farmers. With Coles matching every donation dollar-for-dollar
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Ben CreaghNovember 15, 2018, 7:51 amNovember 15, 2018

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Climate adaptation project helps local producers cope with drought

The Queensland government is investing millions of dollars to help producers better manage drought and climate events with new tools including more reliable forecasting, insurance products and customised
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Ben CreaghNovember 8, 2018, 9:06 amNovember 8, 2018

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Australian orange exports increase but drought still burdens other sectors

Rabobank’s agribusiness October outlook indicates growth in wine and fruit exports, but meat and grains are falling short. The monthly report shows that fresh orange exports continue to grow in price
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Ben CreaghOctober 15, 2018, 9:45 amOctober 15, 2018

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Coles increases milk prices to help drought affected farmers

Coles has increased the price of its 3-litre own brand milk from $3.00 to $3.30 in all states to help drought affected farmers. The price increase started in late-September and will be in place until the
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Ben CreaghSeptember 27, 2018, 10:29 amSeptember 27, 2018

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More than $7 million raised by Woolworths Group and customers for drought-affected farmers

The Woolworths Group, together with its customers, have raised more than $7 million to date for Rural Aid’s Buy a Bale appeal in support of farmers impacted by the drought. The total includes Woolworths’
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Ben CreaghAugust 24, 2018, 10:22 amAugust 24, 2018

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Australian farming sector holding up, despite ongoing drought

Drought in New South Wales and Queensland is becoming increasingly severe but overall, Australia’s farming sector is holding up well, Growth Farms Australia confirms. Growth Farms Australia managing
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Ben CreaghAugust 21, 2018, 9:48 amAugust 21, 2018

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Supermarkets match customer donations dollar-to-dollar to help farmers

Supermarkets in Australia continue to provide farmers with help during the drought, including Coles with its pledge to match customer donations dollar-for-dollar. Coles’ promise to match customer donations
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Ben CreaghAugust 13, 2018, 12:02 amAugust 13, 2018

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Sheep and cattle slaughter increases to reduce stock numbers during drought

As a result of continued drought in the eastern states, the number of sheep, lambs and cattle being slaughtered has steadily increased as producers in effected regions reduce stock numbers. Figures from
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Ben CreaghAugust 8, 2018, 12:01 amAugust 8, 2018

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Coles announces $5 million to help farmers combat drought

Coles is providing $5 million in grants and interest-free loans from its nurture fund to help farmers across Australia combat drought. In the past year, Coles also provided more than half a million dollars
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Ben CreaghAugust 6, 2018, 12:45 amAugust 6, 2018

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Australian beef exports have increased in key markets such as Japan and China

Australian beef exports have increased in key markets as there is a demand for Australian products. Meat and Livestock Australia’s (MLA) market intelligence manager, Scott Tolmie, said Australian beef
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Ben CreaghAugust 1, 2018, 5:54 amAugust 1, 2018

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NSW government offers more funding for drought-stricken farmers

The NSW government has released a $500 million emergency drought relief package as 99 per cent of NSW is in drought. This takes the total support to more than $1 billion, as farmers struggle with the
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Ben CreaghJuly 30, 2018, 4:33 amJuly 30, 2018

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How climate change is affecting Australian food producers

The price, quality and seasonality of Australia’s food is increasingly being affected by climate change with Australia’s future food security under threat, a ground-breaking report by the Climate Council has revealed.
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Staff WriterOctober 7, 2015, 1:54 pmOctober 7, 2015

drought

CSIRO’s dual-purpose cropping system claims an Australian record in canola harvest

Drought impacting on beekeepers

IoT satellite network to deliver rainfall data to farmers

Funds for drought increased

ANU research uses satellite data to predict drought

Coles raises more than $7.1 million for drought appeal

Climate adaptation project helps local producers cope with drought

Australian orange exports increase but drought still burdens other sectors

Coles increases milk prices to help drought affected farmers

More than $7 million raised by Woolworths Group and customers for drought-affected farmers

Australian farming sector holding up, despite ongoing drought

Supermarkets match customer donations dollar-to-dollar to help farmers

Sheep and cattle slaughter increases to reduce stock numbers during drought

Coles announces $5 million to help farmers combat drought

Australian beef exports have increased in key markets such as Japan and China

NSW government offers more funding for drought-stricken farmers

How climate change is affecting Australian food producers

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