In October 2017, the MLA introduced a new requirement for farmers to renew their Livestock Production Assurance (LPA) accreditation every three years. While some farmers have already completed this process since this time, others may not have yet received notification … Continued
Article by Jeremy Lemon, DPIRD Albany Australian native bushfoods are set to go mainstream, thanks in part to growing global trends in nutrient-rich “superfoods” and a return in both popularity and consumer awareness to foraged and native ingredients on Australia’s … Continued
Droughts and dry seasons are a regular part of farming in Australia, and however prevalent, continue to bring hardships to farming enterprises, farming families and rural communities. It’s no secret that Australian farmers are doing it tough. Current reports from … Continued
Article by Jeremy Lemon, DPIRD Albany A further five DPIRD weather stations have been installed in the Albany Port Zone. The new stations complement the existing network and add to calibration of the Doplar radar system which can be used … Continued
A busload of 22 teachers recently swapped the classroom for the paddock, to learn first-hand from some of the state’s most tech-savvy farmers in a bid to see agriculture more readily incorporated into the school curriculum. Held in the Kojonup … Continued
The small plot flax trials at Darkan, Wagin and Kojonup are all on the verge of bursting into full bloom. The time of sowing (TOS) 1 plots seeded on the 29th and 30th of May are ahead on maturity with … Continued
Flaxseed has been attracting attention recently as an emerging future crop for WA farmers, primarily due to the rising global trend in “superfoods”. These nutrient packed foods are rising sharply in popularity and consumer awareness, but are they a viable … Continued
Farmers wear a number of hats on any given day, and the role of “processor” is one that’s slowly proving to be an attractive one as consumers demand greater product provenance and farmers seek greater supply chain control. After driving … Continued
Out in the field or on the road? You can still keep up to date with Southern Dirt and everything that’s happening in the WA growers community. Join our CEO Tracey Hodgkins as she chats with Agronomy from the Cab, … Continued