World’s-best pest ID emerges from Australian AI

WA scientists have trained AI to identify insect pests faster than anything else in the techno-sphere, creating a world-beating insect detector…Read More

Susan Webster, May 24, 2023

Grain AI: Cropify, Indyn, FOSS forge varying paths

In this last of our four-story series, Grain Central looks at Cropify, Indyn and FOSS and where they are up to in terms of grain assessment…Read More

Liz Wells, May 15, 2023

Grain AI: GoMicro shapes up as farmers’ friend

GoMicro is being road-tested on farm and beyond for its ability to assess lentils, and variants for wheat and other commodities are in the pipeline…Read More

Liz Wells, May 2, 2023

Grain AI: ZoomAgri brings insights to barley ID

In the second story in our series, we look at ZoomAgri and how it is bringing AI to seed company InterGrain, and to maltsters including Coopers and Malteurop…Read More

Liz Wells, April 26, 2023

Grain AI: Cautious adoption under way

In this first in a series, Grain Central looks at AI as Australian and offshore companies ramp up development of systems to classify grain, and links within the supply chain…Read More

Liz Wells, April 24, 2023

SWAT lands in Australia to add depth to soil intel

Australian growers and agronomists can gain new insights into soil constraints through SWAT mapping as developed by Canadian agtech company Croptimistic Technology…Read More

Liz Wells, April 6, 2023

SwarmFarm raises $12M in offshore, local capital

A $12M capital injection will fund growth and development of SwarmBot technology and a SwarmConnect integrated autonomy system for CQ company SwarmFarm…Read More

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Brazil officially fills China quota; Argentina gains access to Japanese market

Brazil has joined Australia in officially filling its 2026 China beef export quota, meaning the country’s shipments or the next three months face an additional, steep 55pc tariff. The move..Read More

Podcast: Big decisions in Qld | A push for more feedlots | Hay and grain supply under pressure

In this episode: The dry weather in Qld is forcing more cattle onto the market, we discuss the supply of hay, straw and silage and how can Australia manage the..Read More

Deadline up for cattle tick eradication program in Qld

Queensland producers with known cattle tick infestations are facing a deadline of 1 October to commence tick eradication programs or face continued movement restrictions until at least mid-2028...Read More

First project under Queensland’s $500m Beef Roads program completed

The first early works project under the $500 million Central Queensland Beef Roads Program has been delivered, with construction now complete on Clermont-to-Alpha Road north of Alpha...Read More

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Macwool Maulers beat slow drinking exporters in Nanjing

AN AUSTRALIAN team of young growers has won the prestigious beer-drinking competition at the Nanjing Wool Market Conference for the first time in 10 years amid accusations of foul play..Read More

NSW farmers urged to review new veterinary services legislation

FARMERS have been urged to review new New South Wales veterinary workforce and service legislation introduced to the NSW Parliament last week...Read More

CareFlight workshops offer free training for farm emergencies

VICTORIAN farmers interested in getting some free training in handling emergency injury and trauma situations on-farm will get two opportunities next week...Read More

Recruitment: How one-on-one staff interaction can boost performance

THERE is overwhelming evidence that employees who have a better relationship with their superiors will feel more motivated at work, have greater trust in their employer and be a better..Read More

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New push to back, expand ethanol mandate in Qld

A Qld MP is seeking to overhaul the state’s ethanol laws, with changes aimed at increasing demand through mandating a minimum level, strengthening compliance, and closing loopholes,..Read More

Uncertainty looms over grain dust exposure limit changes

Uncertainty abounds around what impact new workplace exposure limits for grain dust due to come into effect on December 1 will have on farming operations outside Victoria...Read More

QDPI research finds market potential for sorghum foods

Qld DPI has identified domestic marketing opportunities for sorghum and millet-based foods based on their health benefits and gluten-free status. ..Read More

Grain Central September 2026 news quiz

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