The Rural News

Experts believe the beef industry will remain on strong footing for the rest of the year.  A new report shows international demand continues to prop up the sector, with large volumes of beef being shipped to the United States and China.  Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Rabobank's Angus Gidley-Baird about the outlook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Rural News Thursday May 14 In today's National Rural News: More fertiliser bound for Australia, reactions to the federal budget, fire ants on track to be eradicated -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The wine industry says its 'bitterly disappointed' there were no changes to funding in the federal budget.  In its pre-budget submission, Australian Grape and Wine called for almost 140 million dollars over three years, to address oversupply, rebuild demand and support growers and winemakers.   Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke to Chief Executive Lee McLean about what he feels the budget l...

National Rural News Wednesday May 13 In today's National Rural News: Farmers react to the federal budget, why beef exports to China are slowing, NSW farmer confidence plummets -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian beef exports in April have eased from March levels, but remain above 2025 figures.  More than 140 thousand tonnes were shipped last month.  Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Global AgriTrends Analyst Simon Quilty about the figures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disability support providers want to see action in tonight's budget to attract Allied Health workers to regional areas. Changes to the NDIS last year halved the travel allowance for providers who travel to rural towns to treat patients. Rural reporter Chris McCarthy spoke with Family Services Australia Chief Executive David Gunter about his experiences in WA, and what's the sector needs to improve...

National Rural News Tuesday May 12 In today's National Rural News: Hopes rural NSW community can find closure after triple murder in January, health provider concerns ahead of the budget, tech giant invests in emerging industry -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

In today's National Rural News: One Nation secures victory in Farrer, productivity concerns around renewables transition, mice plague sweeps across Western Australia -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tough conditions are expected to continue for Dairy Farmers over the the next year amid rising costs and stagnating industry support. Rabobank has released it's annual Dairy outlook, and says producers will have limited margin for error in the season ahead. The looming possibility of El Nino weather conditions by the end of winter could add to struggles for the industry. Rural reporter Chris McCar...

Victorian Egg producers have warned they will defy the state's new poultry welfare standard, requiring conventional hen cages to be phased out.  Farmers who installed conventional cages prior to 2012 must remove them by 2032, with all cages to be banned by 2036.  The Victorian Farmers Federation warns the changes will force many out of the industry.  Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke...

In today's National Rural News: Australian exporters could be refunded millions of dollars from the United States failed tariff regime, Egg producers backlash to new cage rules, farmers welcome fuel security plan -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Rural News Thursday May 7 In today's National Rural News: Government's bid to increase fuel and fertiliser supply, the benefits of our export industry, camera trial begins in Victorian wool shed -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The use of cameras in shearing sheds are being trialled in Victoria over the next 18 months.  New Zealand based Zentera Wool Company will launch the pilot program here, after a successful year long trial in New Zealand.  Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Global Supply Manager Matt Hand about the trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Rural News Wednesday May 6 In today's National Rural News: Rural outrage over Vodafone ad, Conflict in Middle East enters 'new phase', changes to heavy vehicle mass limits  -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A telco has been found to be in breach of advertising standards, over a campaign featuring an American comedian.  The Vodafone advertisement showed comedian Ali Wong standing in the outback next to an Emu, claiming 'nothings out here' and promised coverage in areas where '98.5% of people really live'.  The ad sparked outrage among rural communities and Ad Standards Australia says it was...

National Rural News Tuesday May 5 In today's National Rural News: Animal welfare activists and abattoir face high court hearing, warnings of further fertiliser supply constraints, will farmers turn their attention to pulse crops?  -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Agronomists say there is an increasing interest in planting pulse crops, as fertiliser costs soar.  Nitrogen fertiliser has been in short supply as the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, with prices doubling since the conflict began in March.  But crops like lentils, legumes, chickpeas, faba beans and lupins create their own nitrogen.  Rural Editor Emily Minney caught up with Nutrien...

Northern Territory cattle producers are welcoming a funding boost to address biosecurity concerns.  The territory government is forming a dedicated livestock squad to help protect it's 1.7 million-strong herd from the biosecurity risks associated with cattle duffing.  Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Northern Territory Cattleman's Association Chief Executive Romy Carey about what it...

National Rural News Monday May 4 In today's National Rural News: Funding boost for Northern Territory biosecurity, Australia joins efforts to reopen Strait of Hormuz, new resource for to manage energy transition, plus the latest from the markets and more.   Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Rural News Friday May 1 In today's National Rural News: Fuel supply clouds feral pest management,  uptick in locust activity in South Australia, agtech company Halter signs new deal to improve virtual fencing collars  -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

South Australian Farmers are on alert, amid reports of locust activity.  The insects have been sighted in parts of the Riverland, the southern and upper Mallee and upper Eyre Peninsula following a migration event from northern areas.  Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke to South Australian Plague Locust Commissioner Micahel McManus about why it's not yet being considered an outbreak.  S...

National Rural News Thursday April 30 In today's National Rural News: Farmer's priorities for the upcoming federal budget, latest VicGrid visits fail to assess land, promising signs cattle could be transported long distances by rail -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

An alliance of regional banks are calling for more action to protect face to face services in the bush.  The Regional Banking Investment Alliance warns a moratorium on bank closures until 2027 only covers the big four banks, and doesn't do enough to ensure customers have access to banking services.  Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Queensland Country Bank Chief Executive Aaron Newman...

National Rural News Wednesday April 29 In today's National Rural News: Dairy farmers renew calls for fairer milk pricing, shearers react to forecast dip in wool production, cotton crop to be 1 million bales fewer tan last season -- plus the latest from the markets and more.  Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

The grain industry is pushing for tax breaks to allow farmers to stock up on on-farm fuel supply.  Growers warn they have been left exposed by fuel shortages amid the critical seeding and harvest windows.  Grain Producers Australia wants to introduce incentives similar to those already in place for grain and fodder storage Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with spokesman Andrew Weidemann a...