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Farmers spraying weeds are reminded of the golden rules to prevent drift and avoid damage to neighbouring properties this summer. As farmers prepare to tackle summer weeds across the state, NSW Farmers' Agricultural Science Committee Chair Alan Brown said farmers...
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission have issued a recall for a particular All-Terrain Vehicle. The 2024-2025 Polaris Ranger XD 1500 and Crew XD 1500 side by side vehicles have been recalled as the exterior door handle actuators on some vehicles may...
The live sheep by sea trade ban could see the value of NSW sheep and lamb sales take a $125 million hit in just two years, NSW Farmers has warned as it fronted a state government inquiry yesterday. NSW Farmers President Xavier Martin says analysis conducted by the...
As the 2024 festive season approaches, authorities are intensifying efforts to tackle illegal seafood sales across NSW. The NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) and NSW Police have again joined forces for Operation Trident, a statewide...
The Albanese Labor Government is preparing for drought and ready to work with farmers and their communities to manage its impact with today’s release of the new Drought Plan. The Drought Plan provides a clearer framework for how the government approaches...
Farmers have called for a border crackdown to stop the spread of highly invasive fire ants into NSW, following several biosecurity breaches that exposed the country to a $60 billion risk. NSW Farmers Biosecurity Committee Chair Tony Hegarty said it was clear the NSW...
The Minns Labor Government is encouraging farmers to take part in a trial that exempts vehicles used to fight fires from registration, in a move that supports rural landholders this bush fire season. Under the trial, participants can nominate a Farm Fire Fighting...
An update has been provided on the investigation to elevated levels of PFAS in Warialda’s Water Supply. Gwydir Shire Council (GSC), with the support of NSW Health, will receive the test results from the bores mid-next week, with bottled water still available for...
Northern Tablelands Local Land Services have issued a warning against the toxic weed St Johns Wort, a weed that is poisonous to livestock. Known for its dense clusters of bright yellow flowers, the weed produces toxins called hypericin that can cause reddening and...