The NSW Government is helping futureproof the State’s farming industry by extending a program focused on upskilling the State’s agricultural workforce. NSW Agriculture is set to benefit from a $5 million boost from the government by extending the AgSkilled program, an...
News Category
Round 2 On Farm Connectivity Program
The Albanese Government is increasing help to Australian farmers and primary producers by launching Round Two of its popular On Farm Connectivity Program. The Government is boosting its funding to $18 million to support eligible ag-tech and connectivity solutions,...
Gone With The Wind: MP Welcomes Doughboy Decision Amidst Community Concern
MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan MP has welcomed the decision by Ark Energy to withdraw the Doughboy Wind Farm project, amidst growing community concern about the renewable energy project. Mr Moylan said landholders were not happy about the 55 wind...
Bingara Saleyards For Sale
Gwydir Shire Council is inviting expressions of interest for the acquisition of the Bingara Saleyard infrastructure. The successful buyer or buyers will be responsible for the removal and relocation of all or part of the saleyard infrastructure, with interested...
STA FM Rural News | 03-08-2024
Inverell Cattle Sale Tuesday 30th July. Inverell penned 1100 mostly good quality cattle to a market resulting in mixed trends with quality corrections through some categories....
Don A Flanno This August
Throughout August, farmer support charity Farm Angels are calling on Australians to wear their best flannelette shirts to support farming families across the country through an initiative called Flanno for a Farmer. Farm Angels was established as Drought Angels in...
Former MP’s New Role
Former Member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall has taken on the role as an independent advisor to New England-based soil, pasture and agronomy business Precision Pastures. According to the Inverell Times, Mr Marshall will provide strategic guidance and support...
Bushfire Danger Period Begins
The Bushfire Danger Period has commenced today in the Northern Tablelands. The Bushfire danger period has commenced for the Tenterfield, Glen Innes and Inverell Local Government Areas, meaning Fire Permits are now required. The NSW Rural Fire Service Northern...
More Support for Councils & Farming Communities
NSW Farmers has renewed calls for fairer local government funding for regional and rural communities following a state parliamentary inquiry held earlier this week. NSW Farmers Business, Economics and Trade Committee Chair John Lowe says local councils were on the...









