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Drought Support Package announced
The State Government is investing $18 million to assist farming communities affected by drought across South Australia, as many primary producers experience their driest season on record. The support package includes a range of measures including grants for on-farm drought resilience infrastructure, mental health and community support, and funding to enable donated fodder to reach…
Expressions of Interest are open to establish eID Producer Groups
Expressions of Interest are open for regionally-based South Australian Producer Groups looking to upskill their capabilities with the implementation of mandatory electronic identification (eID) for sheep and farmed goats. Producer Groups will offer a supportive learning environment and an opportunity for sheep and goat producers to learn from experts and each other about how eID…
PIRSA Community Grants available
The PIRSA Connecting Communities Events Grant program is now open – please check out the link below for more information and to access an application form! https://pir.sa.gov.au/funding/connecting_communities_events_grant Applications close at 5 pm on Monday 31 March 2025 or when funding is exhausted, whichever occurs first. Events must be held by no later than Monday…
Flood Recovery Pests and Weeds project update
An update on the EP and SA Aridlands Flood Recovery Pests and Weeds project: Over the past few months… Targeted assistance weed control program: recently contractors have been controlling spring flowering weeds over 44 properties, recent rainfall should see further action in the weed control space over the early summer period. Weed control equipment subsidy:…
Are you eID ready?
Mandatory electronic identification (eID) for sheep and farmed goats is fast approaching and it is important that South Australian producers understand how eID will impact them and what they need to do to prepare. 1 January 2025 is an important date for anyone who owns sheep or goats – even if they are kept as…
From our sponsors: Rural Bank Australian Agriculture Outlook 2025
Australian agriculture outlook 2025 The report looks at the key driving forces for major commodity sectors over the next six months. It also explores key carbon and climate trends expected to impact farmers over this period. In addition, the report explains that the outlook for Australian farmers during the first half of 2025 is broadly…
Eyre Peninsula farmers taking part in national landholder study
More than 1500 farmers across South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula have been selected to take part in a survey about land and farm management practices. So far, 330 landholders have filled in and returned their surveys, but it’s not too late to participate and we would welcome a few more farmers to take part in this…
On Farm Connectivity Program rebates available
The Commonwealth’s, On Farm Connectivity Program Round 2 is now open for rebate applications from Approved Suppliers and Primary Producers. Rebates of up to 50% are available for eligible equipment worth up to $30,000 (GST exclusive). Broadened eligibility criteria under Round 2 of the program and a larger number of Approved Suppliers means more Primary…
Position vacant: Technical Officer
Join the Trengove Consulting Team, YP and Mid North region SA. Working with soil sampling, mapping and research equipment, you will be involved in undertaking a diverse range of activities. These will support the Research Officers and Consultants at Trengove Consulting to deliver field trials and research projects. Projects address a diverse range of agronomic…
From our sponsors: Rural Bank November Insights Update
And they’re off! Headers have started rolling across paddocks as harvest of the winter crop gathers pace. Yields so far are positive but harvest is yet to progress to drought and frost affected southern areas. Meanwhile, beef exports are capitalising on strong US demand with prices likely to remain firm in the lead up to…