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

beefcentral, February 15, 2023



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Truckie calls for regulator to find solutions after fleet grounded for two weeks

A North Queensland livestock transporter is calling for big changes to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) after his fleet was recently grounded for two weeks...Read More

‘Education is both the lock and key’: Anthony Lee

The appointment by Australian Country Choice of a full-time Agriculture Education and Engagement Officer is an industry-first initiative that Chief Executive Officer Anthony Lee is urging other corporate beef and agriculture..Read More

AgForce takes EPBC reform fight to the regions with a statewide roadshow

AgForce is taking its campaign for changes to federal environmental regulations that better reflect the realities of agricultural production to regional Queensland with a statewide EPBC Roadshow. ..Read More

Qld horse trader convicted of 35 animal welfare offences 

The Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has reinforced its commitment to protecting animal welfare, following the sentencing of a Queensland man for multiple offences under the Animal Care and Protection..Read More

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Locust surveillance starts in priority areas of Victoria’s Mallee

AGRICULTURE Victoria is stepping up support for landholders and managers to prepare for higher than normal locust numbers in the state’s north-west over coming weeks...Read More

Recruitment: Ten tips for getting the best out of your employees

MOST employees are keen to work hard and do well in their role, but in order for them to do this well, they need to have a sense of purpose..Read More

Sheep Producers Australia ducks as Future Flock reports ire grows

GOVERNMENT and state farming organisation scrutiny of Sheep Producers Australia’s Future Flock Strategy process is increasing after the release of two flawed taxpayer-funded reports last week...Read More

‘Someone knows something,’ the logistics in stealing 5500 sheep

WHILE the rumour mill swirls about how 5500 sheep could disappear near Blackall in a few months, Queensland police explain their investigation is focused on theft and are appealing for..Read More

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Cotton joins sectors raising alarm over delays in visas for workers

Cotton Australia and NSW Farmers were among the bodies in Canberra this week to call for a speed-up in processing of visa applications for workers who account for around one..Read More

Grower bodies say paraquat inquiry risks undermining APVMA

Grain bodies say the Senate’s decision on Tuesday to launch an inquiry into why the APVMA has not banned paraquat undermines the regulator's authority. ..Read More

GrainCorp confirms 80 jobs lost, outlines tech delays

GrainCorp has shed some light on its recently announced job cuts, and its Business Transformation Program initiative across its value chain...Read More

Feedgrain Focus: South feels weight of new crop

Wheat and barley prices have fallen in the south in the past week, while northern rates have firmed as quality and production prospects deteriorate for the southern Qld crop...Read More

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