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Agricultural Technology: Why is the Agricultural Industry Slow to Adopt New Technologies?
It has been widely believed that for a long time now, the agricultural sector in general, and the farming industry in specific, can be a bit slow on technology adoption. Notwithstanding, farm machines like tractors have been in existence for more than 100 years with...
Essential Strategies and Practices for Optimising On-Farm Grain Storage in Australia
In rural Australia's landscape, grain farming forms an essential part of its’ agricultural life. For farmers, the amount of grain harvest does not just matter it is also about how well they store it after harvesting that determines if their investment will be...
How Aquaculture is Transforming Australia’s Seafood Supply
As the world’s population grows, so too does the demand for sustainable sources of seafood. In Australia, this rising demand has led to significant growth in the aquaculture industry, which is now a cornerstone of the country's seafood supply. Over the past three...
How Favourable Winter Conditions Are Elevating Australia’s Agricultural Sector
Australia is on the brink of a significant upturn in its agriculture, fisheries, and forestry sectors; predictions are production reaching the third-highest level on record by 2024-25. Such an optimistic forecast is primarily attributed to expected wetter winter...
Understanding Australia’s $85b Agricultural Sector: Key Commodities and Forecasts
Australia's agricultural sector is set to achieve a significant milestone with a forecasted nominal gross value of $85 billion in 2024-25, marking a 6% increase from the previous year. This growth highlights the resilience and adaptability of Australian agriculture...
The Synergy of Remote Sensing and Machine Learning in Farming
Remote sensing, though seemingly complex, involves collecting data about objects or areas from a distance, primarily using satellite or airborne cameras. This innovative technology captures images across various light spectrums, including those beyond the visible,...
The Future of Biofuels: Exploring the Versatile Canola Seed Varieties in Australia
Canola has firmly established itself as a vital crop in Australia's agricultural sector, renowned for its wide-ranging uses from high-quality food-grade oil to essential livestock feed and increasingly, as a sustainable biofuel. The success of canola farming in...
Driving Farming Investment: Australia’s Natural Capital Finance Revolution
Australia's natural resources are not just commodities but invaluable assets crucial for ensuring food security and preserving biodiversity. To drive sustainable practices in land management, it is imperative to recognise and measure these environmental assets...
How Drought-Resistant Crops Are Transforming Australian Agriculture
In the vast expanse of Australia's agricultural landscape, one constant challenge looms large: drought. This formidable adversary wreaks havoc on crop yields, livestock health, and economic stability, leaving farmers grappling with uncertainty. But amidst this...
Revolutionising Farming: The Rise of Spot Spraying
In the vast fields of agriculture, innovation is the key to sustainable and efficient farming practices. One such innovation that is making waves is spot spraying agricultural technology. Imagine a farming method where instead of blanket spraying entire fields with...