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Agreement reachedMandatory dairy code ‘no silver bullet’

Australia’s embattled dairy sector will be bound by a mandatory code to improve farmers’ negotiating powers in less than three weeks, ending industry fears its January 1 deadline could be missed.

Zac Relph

Federal Agriculture Minister Bridget McKenzie has confirmed the long-awaited dairy mandatory code.

Livestock passionAli and Didi are at home on stock course

Zach Relph

Beyond The SaleyardsMutton and merinos keep driving market

Last week mutton prices moved higher and support increased for merino lambs.

Rob Kelly

Solid effortStrong shearer is a cut above

“As a relatively new entrant into shearing, I have been able to pick up the trade quickly.”

Bob Garnant

Tough conditionsState is doing what it can amid dry period

“In saying that, we have been working with the State Government and will keep doing that as we move forward.”

Zach Relph

Maiden voyageTiffany upbeat about live Middle East trip

When Tiffany Davey departs on her maiden live voyage this month, she will not be overwhelmed.

Zach Relph

Proud and pleasedSouth West dairy stalwart humble after award

Brunswick dairy farmer David Partridge is not someone to bask in glory.

Zach Relph

Cattle callBuild new saleyards in the South West: cattle buff

“An upgrade to (the Boyanup) facility is just not doable — they may as well contribute those funds directly into a new facility.”

Nicolette Barbas and Zach Relph

Bullish move pays off for South West stud

Sheep prices steady as demand rises

AGFIN offers farmers technology without upfront costs

Saleyard solutionCall for more livestock agents at Boyanup saleyards

“There are negotiations to open the saleyards up to all agents, not just WALSA.”

Zach Relph

Water rebatesWA’s flow-on effect

A Federal Government scheme designed to help graziers build on-farm water infrastructure has been expanded to allow horticulture producers with permanent plantings to apply.

Cally Dupe

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Done dealWellard to sell and leaseback Ocean Swagman

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Paypal?AGFIN offers farmers technology without upfront costs

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Bob Garnant

Falling woolNational wool market continues to ‘deteriorate’

Zach Relph

Shearing competitionWest Aussies in Dubbo delight

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Shear winnersWool winners show their shear delight

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