Gwydir Shire Council Biosecurity Officers are conducting helicopter inspections along the Gwydir River, from the base of Copeton Dam through to Gravesend. Inspection began yesterday and will continue through to next Thursday the 2nd of April with these inspections,...
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NSW Farmers Welcomes New Fuel Supply Taskforce Coordinator
NSW Farmers welcomes the appointment of Anthea Harris as the Fuel Supply Taskforce Coordinator. This is an incredibly important opportunity to prioritise securing fuel supply for Australian industry and households, while also shielding them from higher prices.The...
Young Farmer Business Program Kicks-Off at Sydney Royal Easter Show
The Young Farmers Business Program will officially kick-off at the Sydney Royal Easter Show on Thursday 2 April, helping NSW farmers set up for the opportunities and challenges ahead in the State’s booming agricultural industry. Part of the Albanese and...
Aussie Hay Runners Heading to Bingara at Easter
Aussie Hay Runners will be embarking on another hay drop off in the Gwydir Shire, assisting farmers in the Bingara district. Northern NSW coordinator Peter Sandral says they’ve received funding from the Rural Assistance Authority for 32 semi-trailer loads of hay and...
Dry Conditions Starting to Bite
Data from the NSW Government’s Combined Drought Indicator shows worsening seasonal conditions across NSW, including the Northern Tablelands, and many local farmers are already feeling the pressure. Member for Northern Tablelands and Shadow Minister for Agriculture...
Wild Dog Control Baiting Programs Underway Across NSW
The Minns Labor Government has launched its autumn offensive against wild dogs to protect farming livestock and the environment with aerial and ground baiting programs underway across NSW. Wild dog activity peaks during the autumn breeding season and acting now can...
NSW Farmers Front Fuel Roundtable
NSW Farmers advocated for the state’s agricultural sector during a NSW Government roundtable discussion on the ongoing fuel crisis.Association President Xavier Martin said it was important to bring the rural experience in front of senior government ministers to...
Dry Conditions Taking Hold in the Region
The Dept of Primary Industries and Regional Development Drought Forecast suggests that most of the Northern Tableland’s region is likely to transition into the Drought Affected category at the end of May. The expansion of drought declared areas in NSW is being driven...
Consider Early Weaning to Maintain Stock Condition During Drought and Dry Times
With much of NSW drought affected and experiencing deteriorating conditions, Local Land Services is reminding producers that early weaning of calves and lambs can be an effective strategy to manage stock nutrition and condition. By weaning earlier in a tough season,...
