Improving the nutrition of tropical beef herds in the lead up to calving is boosting animal health outcomes. Calf loss in cattle up north is particularly prevalent. The University of Queensland has been working to rectify the issue. Rural reporter Sophie Clarke caught up with project lead, Associate Professor Luis Prada e Silva to hear more about a possible solution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's National Rural News: the ag sector opposes proposed biosecurity levy, nutrition improvements helping boost cattle numbers in the tropics, the border collie selling for a record price - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More exporting opportunities are being made available to the local pulse industry. India has temporarily paused tariffs on Australian Desi chickpeas. Rural reporter Sophie Clarke caught up with Grains Australia Pulse Council chairman Peter Wilson to hear how the suspension will benefit growers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's National Rural News: farmland values remain high, new drought preparedness measures announced, the tool making it easier to compare cattle prices nationwide - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A speech pathologist is being recognised for her work in rural and remote areas - winning the ACT/NSW Agrifutures Rural Women's Award. Rebecca Keeley's innovative digital health platform 'Yarn' brings health services to children and families in the bush. Rural reporter Georgia Kondek caught up with her to determine how she'll use the accolade and funding that comes with it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's National Rural News: a community service platform helping both farmers and shoppers, huge crowds expected at Beef2024 in Rockhampton, the new paste helping humanely cull wild dogs and foxes - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's National Rural News: Calls for better feral pig control, rural parents encouraged to renew their C-P-R knowledge and Aussie beef event about to get underway. - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Varroa Mite management plans are being launched based off international knowledge.  The Australian Honey Bee Industry Council and Agrifutures are working together on a suite of resources.  They will aims to minimise the impacts of varroa not only to the honey bee industry but also pollination industries  Rural Reporter Georgia Kondek spoke with Australian Honey Bee Industry Council's Bianca Giggins who says this is good news for beekeepers.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

The global fertiliser market is sitting in a complex position.  A recent Rabobank report found fertiliser costs are down but so are commodity prices, leading to a squeeze on operating markets.  These margin are now below average making farmers more cautious in investing in their farms.  Rural reporter Georgia Kondek caught up with Analyst Vitor Pistoia to talk about the outlook for 2024 to 25 and what farmers need to be considering    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's National Rural News: fire ants nests treated, Aussie wine market's slight decline and CWA conference to highlight major issues in New South Wales - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An online mental health platform has been developed to target young people - especially those in regional areas.  Made by young people for young people and led by the University of Southern Queensland. Momentum brings vital evidence-informed treatments, tools and techniques to the fingertips of teens.  Rural reporter Georgia Kondek spoke with Project Lead Professor Sonja March who says for rural teenagers there aren't as many facilities to help with common mental health issues, whereas...

As interests rates rise and input costs surge more than 60%, farmers are encouraged to explore their financial options.  Over recent years fertiliser cost has risen 67%, and on farm diesel has spiked nearly 60. Southern Queensland Rural Financial Counselling Service is urging producers to act now to stay in control of their finances  Rural reporter Georgia Kondek spoke with Chief Executive Ross Leggett who says anyone needing help can and should reach out.   See omnystudio.com/listener...

In today's National Rural News: vaccinations recommended for rural communities, another regional bank closes and new grants released for farmers  - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's National Rural News: boost for West Australian farmers, more health workers needed in regional Queensland and concerns for Great Barrier Reef  - plus the latest from the markets and more.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cotton Industry is heading in the right direction environmentally.  An assessment undertaken by GHD found the industry has delivered on four of the six recommendations from the 2012 report.  16 new recommendations were outlined, which will be assessed over the next 10 years.  Rural Reporter Georgia Kondek spoke with Cotton Australia's Chief Executive Adam Kay about how far the industry has come since the first report in 1991 and what new recommendations have been made for growers to...

In today's National Rural News: calls for better safety for women in regional communities, more fire ant nests detected and Queensland Orchestra travelling the regions - plus the latest from the markets and more.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On farm trials are beginning to help boost Mungbean production.  The $3.6 million project is designed to equip growers with the tools, tactics and confidence to grow Mungbean's.  Initiated by Grains Research and Development Corporation the trials will run from North Queensland to the New South Wales border.  Rural reporter Georgia Kondek spoke with CENSEO Managing Director Majella Bathurst about the benefits of Mungbean production to the farming industry:  See omnystudio.com/listener for...

In today's National Rural News: native fish on brink of extinction, climate concerns for environment, and regional hospital back up and running - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As ANZAC day approaches, there are concerns for the lack of facilities for rural veterans.  Not only are there minimal health facilities available, many veterans are struggling to thrive in the regions.  Rural reporter Georgia Kondek caught up with La Trobe Rural Health School's Doctor Kylie Carra to talk about the urgent need for facilities and opportunities for service member in regional Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A culturally significant ancient nut thought to date back to Jurassic times could have a big future.  Researchers from the University of Queensland found the Buyna nut to be a an energy and nutrient dense bush food, with substantial health benefits.  Rural reporter Georgia Kondek spoke with Doctor Jacqueline Moura Nadolny about why this research is so important and what it means for our culture and country  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

[In today's National Rural News: court case over mass fish kill, Gold Coast environmental concern and calls for better communication across regional Australia - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's National Rural News: new fire ant detection, flood funding for parts of Queensland and mental health programs fit for farmers  - plus the latest from the markets and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A CSIRO report has outlined what farming systems could look like in 2050.  The country is being urged to act now to accelerate agricultural innovation to achieve productive, resilient and sustainable farming systems.  Rural reporter Georgia Kondek spoke with Futures' Agriculture and Food Lead Doctor Katherine Wynn about how we can achieve these goals and what it means if we don't.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's National Rural News: new recommendations for fire ants, more funding for regional events and vegetable trade rising higher than production  - plus the latest from the markets and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.