Researchers have shown that potatoes are good for the environment, with a published paper indicating that potato production is more environmentally sustainable than pasta and rice. (more…)
Category: The Talk
Crop nutrition on road
Grain growers eager to learn more about nutrient management on farm are invited to attend the More Profit from Crop Nutrition roadshow, being held at different locations through the northern region during July and August 2016. (more…)
Understanding FTAs
Lack of understanding of free trade agreements, shortages of finance and excessive red tape are the three leading concerns identified by Australian international trade businesses, the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s National Trade Survey 2016 has revealed. (more…)
Mining’s safety lessons for agriculture
When asked if mining or agriculture is more dangerous, ex-coal miner and now cattle producer Matt Bennetto’s answer is ‘agriculture’. (more…)
Foreign investment to stoke ag fire
Rarely, if ever before, has the national debate surrounding foreign investment in Australian agriculture been so public, so relevant or so important. (more…)