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Microgrid Clean Energy Option for Farmers
As farmers around the globe take advantage of technology to reap more, there is a key player in contributing to this enhancement. Microgrids bring lower energy bills, no downtime costs, and opportunities to earn from carbon credits and government incentives—all while...
Farm Waste and Biofuel Options for Dairy Farmers
With the immense production and processing of milk (millions of litres), Australia’s dairy industry is a heavy-duty industry that also contributes a significant amount of farm waste besides the grand dairy produce. The animal remains like manure, then there is...
Mapping and Reporting Emissions in Australian Agriculture
Australian agriculture is moving ahead to ensure its role in responding to climate change is properly measured and addressed. Emissions mapping and reporting are no longer merely a regulatory necessity; it's a business imperative, an environmental obligation, and a...
Measuring Livestock Emissions in Australian Agriculture
In Australia, agriculture is important to the economy and national identity and is responsible for a substantial portion of the country's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, specifically from livestock. As increased global pressure mounts to address climate change,...
Measuring Grain Farm Emissions in Australian Agriculture
Climate change and carbon emissions are no longer policy or science; they're closely related to how we produce our food. Grain farming in Australia is a key driver of both national food security and overseas markets. But how does the industry compare environmentally?...
Measuring Crop Yields in Wheat, Canola, and Barley in Australian Agriculture
Australia's agriculture industry is a global powerhouse of grain production, with wheat, canola, and barley being three of Australia's top crops. These three grains play a significant role in national exports, food security, and rural economies. The core of their...
Soil Sampling Methods and Trends on Farms
Healthy soil is the foundation of profitable and sustainable farming. Whether you're managing a large-scale grain operation in Western Australia or running a small regenerative plot in Victoria, understanding your soil's nutrient profile is essential. In Australia,...
Canola & Carinata Seed Trials
Australia's agricultural landscape continues to evolve, with oilseed crops such as canola remaining dominant. Recently, carinata, a non-food industrial oilseed, has come into notice due to its potential as a sustainable crop, particularly for biofuel production....
Biodiversity Credits for NSW Farmers: A Sustainable Income Opportunity
Amid increasing pressure to balance agriculture with conservation, NSW farmers now have an opportunity to contribute to biodiversity while generating extra income. Through the NSW Biodiversity Scheme, farmers can create biodiversity credits by preserving and managing...
Agribusiness Banking Trends: Focus on Farm Loans
In recent years, Australia's farm lending sector has shown steady growth, reflecting the continued confidence of the banking sector in agribusiness. As of June 2023, total farm lending stood at approximately AUD 120.5 billion, up from AUD 114.2 billion in the previous...