Tropical Cyclone Hayley, a Category 4 system, is bearing down on WA's Kimberley region, threatening pastoral properties. Rural Aid urges farmers to register now for emergency support and mental health services. #CycloneHayley #Kimberley
Ever wondered why your carrots taste bland? We delve into the science of flavour, from ancient cultivation to modern farming pressures affecting taste. Discover the factors at play.
Western Australia's grain harvest is on track to approach a record 22 million tonnes, overcoming frost, rain, and logistical hurdles. Discover the resilience behind the numbers.
Australian olive oil giant Cobram Estate makes a bold $259 million move into the US market, acquiring a major Californian brand. Discover the strategy behind this global expansion.
Farmers around Canberra battle a severe dry spell, with poor rainfall and high kangaroo numbers straining resources. Discover the impact and forecasts.
NSW Police warn against buying cheap oysters from illegal sellers after a major rural crime operation on the South Coast. Fines can reach $275,000. Report suspicious activity.
A Mareeba farmer was placed on life support after contracting leptospirosis, a disease he blames on wandering cattle. Read his harrowing story and the community's call for action.
A new national competition is on the hunt for Australia's top camel. Entries are open now, with the winner to be crowned at the Boulia Camel Races in July.
Port Stephens oyster growers face a depleted Christmas harvest after battling QX disease, floods, and pollution. Industry value has plummeted, but reef restoration offers hope.
A vital freight route on the Atherton Tablelands has reopened, offering relief for local businesses. Major Bruce Highway repair work is set to pause for the festive season. Read the latest updates.
A man in his 30s has died after a serious medical episode at the CBH Avon site in Burlong. The site is closed as the grain cooperative offers condolences to family and colleagues.
A station owner who bragged for 15 years about only eating his neighbour's stolen cattle finally gets his comeuppance. Read the full bush justice tale.
Gloucester dairy farmer Mark Harris, hit by record floods in May, now battles drought. He's spending thousands on feed and repairs as the Hunter faces a rapid dry spell. Read his story.
South Australia's mining and agricultural sectors clash over new legislation granting explorers easier access to farmland. Farmers claim they are an 'afterthought'. Read the full story.
The invasive varroa mite, a deadly parasite for bees, is spreading in South Australia. Loxton beekeeper Ian Cass warns it's 'only a matter of time' before it devastates hives vital for pollination in the state's key food-producing region.
Western Australia faces its worst fly plague in four decades after a wet winter created ideal breeding conditions. Discover why dung beetles are missing in action and when relief might come.
Townsville and Burdekin landholders secure $2.5 million in federal funding to combat invasive weeds and pests, protecting vital agricultural land and the Great Barrier Reef.
The family of missing WA farmer Mark Adams faces the heartbreaking reality he died at sea. The 62-year-old disappeared while fishing alone off Albany.
A major rebuild of South Australia's iconic Dog Fence is halfway complete, protecting the $4bn livestock industry. Yet, wild dog attacks remain a critical issue in one region. Read the latest update.
Queensland farmers face uncertainty and fear massive costs as the new federal Environment Protection Australia law creates confusion over land clearing and development approvals. Read more.
Discover how Sophie Richards built The Carob Kitchen, Australia's sole commercial carob orchard and manufacturer. Learn about this chocolate alternative and its booming export business.
More than 180 Australian workers face an uncertain Christmas after fourth-generation family farming enterprise Dicky Bill Australia collapsed into voluntary administration. Read the full story.
A record-breaking cherry sale for charity, a rising death toll in a Hong Kong fire, and a major Sydney police operation targeting youth crime. Stay informed with the latest news.
Federal government accelerates controversial land clearing regulations amid concerns farmers would clear vegetation before new laws take effect. No transition period provided.
A 21-year-old man fights for life after being gored by a bull on a Hughenden property. Emergency services performed critical care at the scene.
Australian Federal Police investigate how 170 million dollars worth of cocaine allegedly ended up on the Al Kuwait live export ship in Perth. Full details on the shocking maritime drug bust.
Western Australia's rapid population growth is putting unprecedented pressure on fish stocks. Industry leader Trevor Whittington warns of potential decimation without immediate action.
After years of disappointing roasts, a North Queensland journalist rediscovered the classic Aussie dinner thanks to a young Gulf Country couple producing quality grass-fed beef. Discover their story.
A woman in her 30s is fighting for life after a quad bike accident while herding cattle in regional Victoria. She was airlifted to The Alfred Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
A massive collection of 15,000 Mediterranean insects has arrived at CSIRO's Canberra facility to boost biosecurity and protect Australia's billion-dollar agriculture industry from foreign pests.