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Apples, bees, mites and the pollination gauntlet

Apples, bees, mites and the pollination gauntlet

Researchers have delivered the most comprehensive assessment of pollination in apple crops in Australia by native and non-native bees.

Pass the saltbush: Farmers go native ahead of El Nino

Pass the saltbush: Farmers go native ahead of El Nino

Pass the saltbush: Farmers go native ahead of El Nino

Pass the saltbush: Farmers go native ahead of El Nino

Sheep and cattle farmers are planting an elite variety of saltbush across Australia to supplement feed in preparation for dryer conditions.

Aussie farmers 'lead world' in sustainable agriculture

Aussie farmers 'lead world' in sustainable agriculture

Aussie farmers 'lead world' in sustainable agriculture

Aussie farmers 'lead world' in sustainable agriculture

With lower pesticide use, healthier soil and decades of returning land for conservation, a new report says Australian farmers lead the world in sustainability.

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Aussie farmers sow seeds for stroll down sesame street

Aussie farmers sow seeds for stroll down sesame street

Sesame seed planting trials are taking place at several sites across Australia as industry figures look to boost production of the popular crop.

Mass dung beetle kills to lead to more flies in summer

Mass dung beetle kills to lead to more flies in summer

Areas impacted by flooding have recorded mass dung beetle kills, with scientists concerned it will mean more flies and disease this summer.

Rice research may help shore-up global food supplies

Rice research may help shore-up global food supplies

A University of Adelaide researcher has taken part in a global study that could help develop disease resistant rice that still delivers a high yield.

Oil that 'confuses' mice offers hope to farmers

Oil that 'confuses' mice offers hope to farmers

A non-toxic method to prevent mice from devouring wheat crops has been shown to drastically reduce seed loss according to new research.

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All systems go as space ag research program launches

All systems go as space ag research program launches

All systems go as space ag research program launches

All systems go as space ag research program launches

Australia’s leading space research centre has launched a research program Maya Nula to to help satellite capability advance agriculture.

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