Rural

25 July 2025

‘Cautious optimism’ for Agricultural trade conditions

With around two-thirds of Australian produce destined for export, global market volatility continues to shape growth opportunities, reinforcing the importance of diversified trade relationships.Two major forces are influencing the sector’s outlook: o...

20 July 2025

A stirrup in biosecurity as Hendra virus is confirmed in SEQ

Unfortunately, the horse died on the property following a rapid decline in its condition. Acting Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Fiona Thompson said the department is working closely with the horse owner to contain the risk on-site. Tracing and exposure ...

17 July 2025

Tackling $1.2B problem for farmers using cheap rock

University of South Australia (UniSA) environmental researcher Dr Binoy Sarkar is leading an Enhanced Rock Weathering trial that involves applying crushed basalt to agricultural soils, measuring its nutrient release and carbon capture. Dr Sarkar, fro...

11 July 2025

Farmers mental health plunges

Rural Aid is seeing a sharp increase in demand for its services as farming families struggle with rising costs, labour shortages, unpredictable markets, and the changing climate. Rural Aid CEO, John Warlters, said farmers are feeling the squeeze from...

11 July 2025

Community voices

The future of regional news publishing is inextricably linked to whether regional communities will continue to have a say in shaping the future of regional Australia. In fact, regional newspapers are the metaphorical canary in the coal mine—their hea...

19 June 2025

Land Restoration Fund commits $18 million to new environmental projects

More than $18 million will fund eight new projects that will generate Australian Carbon Credit Units in addition to delivering important environmental outcomes, including improved water quality for the Great Barrier Reef and the protection of threate...

15 June 2025

Shining a Light on the Women Behind the Farm Gate

Women are the backbone of Australian farms, taking on roles as labourers, decision-makers, carers, and leaders. They face the same pressures as men, plus the additional load of managing households and supporting others through crises. Rural Aid’s Pul...

11 June 2025

Farm safety campaign launches

Now open to all Queensland primary school children from Prep to Year 6, the competition blends artistic fun with serious safety messages. Twelve artworks by Queensland students will be selected, each representing a different safety theme for the cale...

10 June 2025

Rural role model

The 26-year-old will represent Queensland at the national finals of the Rural Ambassador of the Year competition at the Adelaide Royal Show in September, where she’ll join peers from across Australia to champion regional industries and communities. S...