LANDHOLDERS across Western Australia’s grainbelt have been reminded to manage paddocks to reduce the risk of soil erosion, after strong winds lashed the region recently. Source: Sheep Central WA grainbelt erosion concern from livestock, fire and machinery
Category: Grains
Grain Central stories that led the news in 2020
In a snapshot of the ‘year that was’ in the Australian grain industry, Grain Central takes a look back over the stories that led the news in 2020. Source: Grain Central Grain Central stories that led the news in 2020
Farmers in the west reap huge $6 billion crop as harvest 'surprise' defies weather, China
WA grain growers are set to reap more than $6 billion from this year’s harvest, defying dry conditions and a trade war with China to post one of the biggest paydays on record. Source: ABC Grain Farmers in the west reap huge billion crop as harvest ‘surprise’ defies weather, China
'Tears of joy' as grain growers rake in big yields after worst drought in 70 years
Millewa, in the north-west of Victoria, makes a comeback a year after farmers struggled through one of the worst droughts in the region’s history. Source: ABC Livestock ‘Tears of joy’ as grain growers rake in big yields after worst drought in 70 years
Single Kembla line to reopen after grain train derailment
One of two rail paths on the Moss Vale-Unanderra line near Dombarton will reopen from this evening in the first move to restore train services to and from Port Kembla. Source: Grain Central Single Kembla line to reopen after grain train derailment
WA on track for 16.5Mt winter crop
WA harvest is on track to produce close to 16.5 million tonnes a figure that most thought was unachievable following the very dry finishing conditions. Source: Grain Central WA on track for 16.5Mt winter crop
GPA urges cautious approach to China barley tariff dispute
Grain Producers Australia says Australia’s WTO dispute with China over barley tariffs won’t be a quick fix that will restore trade overnight but will be a process that may take a number of years. Source: Grain Central GPA urges cautious approach to China barley tariff dispute
SunRice posts $12.1 million half-year profit
The SunRice Group generated revenue of $507 million for the half-year to October 31,and net profit after tax of $12.1 million. Source: Grain Central SunRice posts .1 million half-year profit
Just add water and rice is back in business for the Riverina
Australia’s rice bowl — the Riverina in southern New South Wales — is expecting to ramp up its production tenfold this season, after generous rainfall helps lift dam levels and boost water allocations. Source: ABC Grain Just add water and rice is back in business for the Riverina
Feedgrain Focus: Market firms as trade covers
Short covering in the barley and southern wheat markets has supported prices this week, while on logistics, export pace has hit its straps despite two rail derailments. Source: Beef Central Feedgrain Focus: Market firms as trade covers
Global warming breakthrough: Methane-slashing 'super seaweed' cattle feed supplement wins $1m prize
First Nations communities to benefit after CSIRO-developed, seaweed-based supplement, which cuts cattle methane emissions by up to 99.9 per cent, wins the international Food Planet Prize. Source: ABC Livestock Global warming breakthrough: Methane-slashing ‘super seaweed’ cattle feed supplement wins m prize
Million-dollar planet prize for CSIRO FutureFeed seaweed innovation
FutureFeed, a livestock feed made from seaweed that reduces methane emissions in beef and dairy cattle by more than 80 per cent has been awarded the world’s largest monetary reward on the global food arena. Source: Beef Central Million-dollar planet prize for CSIRO FutureFeed seaweed innovation
GrainCorp’s upgraded Berrybank storage heads for receival record
GrainCorp’s bunker storage site at Berrybank in Victoria, which has undergone a $3.5 million expansion that increased capacity from 70,000 tonnes to 130,000t, is in full flight taking in this year’s bumper winter crop. Source: Grain Central GrainCorp’s upgraded Berrybank storage heads for receival record
New life for 'birthplace of grain' as mothballed silos reopen to meet bumper harvest demand
The birthplace of Australian bulk grain is back in business after GrainCorp reopens its receival site at Ariah Park in the New South Wales Riverina — and the locals couldn’t be happier. Source: ABC Grain New life for ‘birthplace of grain’ as mothballed silos reopen to meet bumper harvest demand
Kembla derailment forces rerouting to meet export call
Grain handlers and exporters are in meetings with rail-industry stakeholders to ensure vessels booked to load at Port Kembla’s two terminals in coming weeks can access all the grain they need. Source: Grain Central Kembla derailment forces rerouting to meet export call
Australia to take China to WTO over barley tariff
Australian trade minister, Simon Birmingham, has announced that Australia will tonight refer China to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) over its imposition of an 80.5 per cent tax on Australian barley imports in May. Source: Grain Central Australia to take China to WTO over barley tariff
CBH posts $11M profit despite challenging year
CBH Group has posted a net profit after tax of $11 million, with a strong marketing and trading result offsetting an operations loss due in part to a below-average crop for Western Australia in 2019-20. Source: Grain Central CBH posts M profit despite challenging year
Qube train derailed en route from Temora to Port Kembla
A Qube train carrying wheat from Temora to Port Kembla in NSW derailed this morning in an incident which has temporarily closed the Moss Vale to Unanderra freight line. Source: Grain Central Qube train derailed en route from Temora to Port Kembla
Vietnam a ‘perfect partner’ to help bridge beef and grain trade gap
A report points to ‘significant opportunities’ for Australian exporters to expand trade ties with Vietnam, including for beef and grain, as soaring tensions with nearby China encourage diversification toward other markets. Source: Beef Central Vietnam a ‘perfect partner’ to help bridge beef and grain trade gap
Wool set win from cotton-synthetic price ratio comparison
RECENT wool price levels compared to synthetic and cotton fibre values should support demand for Australian wool by garment markers, weavers and knitters, according to leading industry consultant Chris Wilcox. Source: Sheep Central Wool set win from cotton-synthetic price ratio comparison
Positive outlook for 2021 crop production: Rural Bank
A forecast wetter start to 2021 is a positive for most industries, including grain producers who will look to further increase production following a strong 2020, according to Rural Bank. Source: Grain Central Positive outlook for 2021 crop production: Rural Bank
Port Spencer eyes potential for hydrogen as well as grain
Peninsula Ports has paved the way for its Port Spencer development to become a multi-commodity port with the acquisition of an extra 283 hectares of land. Source: Grain Central Port Spencer eyes potential for hydrogen as well as grain
'2018 was our last crop': Australia likely to run out of locally grown rice next month
Rice farmers blame the drought and low allocations of irrigation water for a record low rice harvest in 2020. Panic-buying has also contributed to the shortage. Source: ABC Grain ‘2018 was our last crop’: Australia likely to run out of locally grown rice next month
Feedgrain Focus: Values buckle under supply-side pressure
A whack of grower selling, a logistics-driven easing of nearby demand and a firming Australian dollar have combined to depress prices for wheat and barley in most markets by up to $10 per tonne in the past week. Source: Beef Central Feedgrain Focus: Values buckle under supply-side pressure
SunRice Group releases inaugural Modern Slavery Statement
The SunRice Group has today released its inaugural Modern Slavery Statement, which sets out how the company is working to better understand the risks of modern slavery and human rights abuses in its operations and supply chain. Source: Grain Central SunRice Group releases inaugural Modern Slavery Statement
Australia on track for second-biggest grain crop: ANZ
Australia looks set to harvest its second largest grain crop on record, with a massive jump in the production levels of wheat, barley and canola, according to ANZ’s latest Agri Commodity Report. Source: Grain Central Australia on track for second-biggest grain crop: ANZ
China trade tensions overshadow grain, cotton outlook: ABARES
Trade tensions with China have created uncertainties for Australian grain and cotton exports, forcing exporters of affected commodities to divert trade to the next highest value markets. Source: Grain Central China trade tensions overshadow grain, cotton outlook: ABARES
SunRice Group to make strategic acquisition of KJ&Co Brands
The SunRice Group has entered into a securities purchase agreement to acquire 100pc of KJ&Co Brands through its Riviana Foods subsidiary. Source: Grain Central SunRice Group to make strategic acquisition of KJ&Co Brands
Crop exports expected to play bigger role in export volumes
HIGHER Australian crop production is expected to help cropping products take over from livestock in export volumes in 2020-21, according to ABARES’ December quarter 2020 Agriculture Commodities report. Source: Sheep Central Crop exports expected to play bigger role in export volumes
Bumper harvest helps drive Aust farmgate value to $65 billion: ABARES
Australia’s second largest winter crop and promising rainfall outlook will help drive Australian farmgate production to $65 billion in 2020-21, according to ABARES’ December Agriculture Commodities report released today. Source: Grain Central Bumper harvest helps drive Aust farmgate value to billion: ABARES
Farmer confidence surges as positive season, prices outweigh COVID, trade concerns
Confidence among Australian farmers has rallied to above pre-COVID levels, with the latest Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey revealing sentiment boosted by exceptional seasonal conditions and commodity prices. Source: Grain Central Farmer confidence surges as positive season, prices outweigh COVID, trade concerns
Climate change no obstacle as Aussie farmers reap the benefits of a cropping revolution
Australian grain production has more than doubled in 30 years despite declining rainfall, thanks to ingenuity and science. Source: ABC Grain Climate change no obstacle as Aussie farmers reap the benefits of a cropping revolution
Feedgrain Focus: Wheat, barley spread narrows in thin market
Extreme heat in the north and some showers in the south have kept grower selling to a minimum this week in a market where the spread between wheat and barley has narrowed. Source: Beef Central Feedgrain Focus: Wheat, barley spread narrows in thin market
Farmland blaze destroys $1 million crop just before harvest
Farmers have battled a blaze in farmland near Geraldton in Western Australia, which burnt across 2,000 hectares of land. Source: ABC Grain Farmland blaze destroys million crop just before harvest
Sumitomo sells Emerald Grain to Roc Partners
Sumitomo’s sale of the Emerald Grain business to Roc Partners was completed yesterday as the Melbourne-based handler sets in motion its new-crop wheat and barley export program. Source: Grain Central Sumitomo sells Emerald Grain to Roc Partners
Grain Central’s November 2020 grain and cropping news quiz
Keep up to date with Australian cropping industry developments with Grain Central’s monthly quiz. Source: Grain Central Grain Central’s November 2020 grain and cropping news quiz
Beef Central’s beef quiz – November 2020
Test your beef industry knowledge with Beef Central’s November 2020 quiz Source: Beef Central Beef Central’s beef quiz – November 2020
'People take no notice of us': Truck drivers and machinery operators upset with impatient drivers during busiest harvest in years
Heavy machinery drivers and transporters are frustrated with impatient, dangerous behaviour by motorists, which has peaked as the harvest gets busiest. Source: ABC Grain ‘People take no notice of us’: Truck drivers and machinery operators upset with impatient drivers during busiest harvest in years
Farmers rejoice as this year's grain harvest is tipped to set records
Grain growers are on track to produce the second biggest crop ever, following years of drought and as trade relations with China grow frostier. Source: ABC Grain Farmers rejoice as this year’s grain harvest is tipped to set records
Australia on track for near record 51.5Mt winter crop: ABARES
ABARES is forecasting a 76pc rise in Australia’s 2020-21 winter crop production to 51.5Mt, second only to the record 56.7Mt in 2016–17. Source: Grain Central Australia on track for near record 51.5Mt winter crop: ABARES
Squib buys Viterra Millicent sites for expanding canola crush
The Earl brothers’ Squib Group has bought both Viterra sites in Millicent to increase canola storage for their expanding crushing plant, now the only one of its kind in South Australia. Source: Grain Central Squib buys Viterra Millicent sites for expanding canola crush
Feedgrain Focus: Truck squeeze, weather support prices
Export demand and limited grower selling are helping to support prices this week as the market heeds a dry and extremely hot week ahead for south-eastern Australia which may prompt some harvest bans. Source: Beef Central Feedgrain Focus: Truck squeeze, weather support prices
Should Australia take China to the WTO over barley tariff?
Trade Minister Simon Birmingham has given a strong indication Australia will take China to the WTO over its import tariff on Australian barley. The move has prompted a mixed reaction from grain industry leaders. Source: Grain Central Should Australia take China to the WTO over barley tariff?
Heatwave set to strike NSW-Qld summer crops
Extreme heat wave conditions are forecast to hit the summer cropping regions of southern Queensland and north west New South Wales over the coming week. Source: Grain Central Heatwave set to strike NSW-Qld summer crops
Feedgrain Focus: Truck squeeze, weather support prices
Export demand and limited grower selling are helping to support prices this week as the market heeds a dry and extremely hot week ahead for south-eastern Australia which may prompt some harvest bans. Source: Grain Central Feedgrain Focus: Truck squeeze, weather support prices
First of this seasons wheat heading for export markets via Newcastle Agri Terminal

23rd November 2020 It’s an exciting time for our partner National Agri Terminal (NAT). The first shipment of new crop wheat is heading for Vietnam via the NAT, Carrington at the Port of Newcastle. The bulk carrier Ince Point will be carrying 35,000 tonnes of wheat to Vietnam. The upcountry growing area has been experiencing… Read more »
Canola maintains buoyancy amid harvest pressure
Strong canola prices sweetened by bonifications paid for high oil content continue to see Australia’s major winter oilseed as the cash favourite for growers selling at harvest. Source: Grain Central Canola maintains buoyancy amid harvest pressure
Feedgrain Focus: Saudi price lifts barley, wheat mixed
Prices in the latest Saudi tender have supported barley values, while wheat prices have softened in the south but firmed in the north. Source: Beef Central Feedgrain Focus: Saudi price lifts barley, wheat mixed
First of bumper grain harvest heads to Vietnam bringing Newcastle terminal back to life
The first shipment of grain from this year’s bumper New South Wales wheat harvest is set to leave the Port of Newcastle today. Source: ABC Grain First of bumper grain harvest heads to Vietnam bringing Newcastle terminal back to life
Not all overseas harvest workers went home during the pandemic
International border closures left many in the agriculture sector short-staffed this year, but there are a few overseas workers who opted to stay in Australia. Source: ABC Grain Not all overseas harvest workers went home during the pandemic
From pioneering no-till advocate to ag communications guru, John Cameron
No-till advocate, agronomist and agricultural communications specialist, John Cameron, has played an instrumental role in the advancement of farming systems throughout the northern farming zone. Source: Grain Central From pioneering no-till advocate to ag communications guru, John Cameron
Feedgrain Focus: Saudi price lifts barley, wheat mixed
Prices in the latest Saudi tender have supported barley values, while wheat prices have softened in the south but firmed in the north. Source: Grain Central Feedgrain Focus: Saudi price lifts barley, wheat mixed
Record-breaking day for GrainCorp as silos burst at seams during bumper harvest
More than 5 million tonnes of grain has been received so far at GrainCorp sites in NSW, Queensland and Victoria, with that figure expected to top 12 million tonnes by the end of the harvest. Source: ABC Grain Record-breaking day for GrainCorp as silos burst at seams during bumper harvest
Cash, crops up in smoke as farmers deal with spate of 'heart-stopping' header fires
A north-west NSW farm contractor is one of many picking up the pieces after his header, worth more than $250,000, went up in flames while harvesting a wheat paddock. Source: ABC Grain Cash, crops up in smoke as farmers deal with spate of ‘heart-stopping’ header fires
WA harvest receivals hit 3.2Mt: CBH
WESTERN Australian bulk handler CBH Group has received 1.2 million tonnes of grain in the week to Friday to take its total for the harvest to date to 3.2Mt, in… Source: Grain Central WA harvest receivals hit 3.2Mt: CBH
Australia on track to deliver above average winter crop: NAB
Australia is likely to see a strong harvest this year, with indications pointing to a bumper crop in the eastern states, and an average crop in WA, according to NAB’s ‘In Focus: Winter Crop Harvest’ report released today. Source: Grain Central Australia on track to deliver above average winter crop: NAB
Barossa and McLaren Vale winemakers to 'lose millions' from GM decision
The Barossa and McLaren Vale wine regions stand to lose an estimated $44 million in imports, industry representatives say, as their respective councils remain stunned over a decision to allow genetically modified crops in their districts. Source: ABC Grain Barossa and McLaren Vale winemakers to ‘lose millions’ from GM decision
Feedgrain Focus: Price moves mixed as harvest rolls south
An undersupply of feed-grade grain in the northern market, showers in Victoria and a stronger Australian dollar have pushed and pulled wheat and barley prices this week as the harvest peak rolls south towards central NSW. Source: Beef Central Feedgrain Focus: Price moves mixed as harvest rolls south
Natural predators enlisted in fight against fall armyworm
Fall armyworm is proving difficult to control with conventional insecticides, prompting authorities to reach for suppression strategies that include natural predators and mating disruption techniques. Source: Grain Central Natural predators enlisted in fight against fall armyworm
WA on track to harvest 14Mt as grain yields “better than expected”
The 2020 Western Australian harvest has been a stop start affair due to intermittent rainfall events and cool weather over the last few weeks, but is on track to produce 14 million tonnes. Source: Grain Central WA on track to harvest 14Mt as grain yields “better than expected”
GrainCorp posts FY20 profit of $108M in season turnaround
GrainCorp has posted a profit from underlying earnings before net interest, depreciation and amortisation of (EBITDA) from continuing operations of $108 million in the year to September 30, a stark contrast to its $107M loss in FY19. Source: Grain Central GrainCorp posts FY20 profit of 8M in season turnaround
Overnight fire at Manildra Flour Mills contained
A fire which broke out in the cleaning section of Manildra Flour Mills’ complex in the central New South Wales town of Manildra overnight has been contained. Source: Grain Central Overnight fire at Manildra Flour Mills contained
Scientists find a way to turn urine into solid fertiliser
Scientists in Sweden have discovered how to recycle urine into valuable – and sustainable – farmland fertiliser. Source: Grain Central Scientists find a way to turn urine into solid fertiliser
Feedgrain Focus: Prices fall on China concerns, harvest
Grain prices have fallen this week as growers accelerate their sales of grain off the header, and amid concerns that China will close its door on further purchases of new-crop Australian wheat. Source: Beef Central Feedgrain Focus: Prices fall on China concerns, harvest
'They taste delicious': Forget quinoa, Indigenous native grains could be all the rage
Ancient native grains could kick off a new industry in north-west NSW, after a year-long study by the University of Sydney finds them to be commercially viable. Source: ABC Grain ‘They taste delicious’: Forget quinoa, Indigenous native grains could be all the rage
Share your harvest with Foodbank to help fight hunger in Australia
Farmers harvesting promising winter crops can play their part in providing vital food supplies to the hungry by donating a portion of their harvest to Foodbank. Source: Grain Central Share your harvest with Foodbank to help fight hunger in Australia
Grain poised to capitalise on plant-based meat market
The growing appetite for plant-based meat substitutes brings opportunity for Australia’s grain, oilseeds and pulse sector, according to a new Rabobank report. Source: Grain Central Grain poised to capitalise on plant-based meat market
Industrial hemp licences double in SA
A fourth season of industrial hemp trials will go ahead in the South Australia’s south east as the industry continues to grow momentum with approved licences doubling since the crop’s 2018 introduction. Source: Grain Central Industrial hemp licences double in SA
What happens if China bans Aussie wheat?
There are rumours that China has added Australian wheat to its list of banned imports. What will that mean for Australian wheat exports? Source: Grain Central What happens if China bans Aussie wheat?
China suspends Australian barley exports from Emerald Grain
Emerald Grain has become the second Australian barley exporter after CBH Grain to be locked out of the Chinese market. Source: Grain Central China suspends Australian barley exports from Emerald Grain
SA rejects GM-free council applications, opens way for GM crops
The SA Government has rejected applications from 11 councils that were seeking to maintain GM crop bans in their areas, opening the way for GM crops to be grown throughout mainland SA. Source: Grain Central SA rejects GM-free council applications, opens way for GM crops
'We could make a billion Weet-Bix': 2020 is set to be the biggest food harvest in years
Starting the day with a bowl of cereal, or finishing it with a cold beer? Thank a farmer. Source: ABC Grain ‘We could make a billion Weet-Bix’: 2020 is set to be the biggest food harvest in years
SA Government rejects councils' applications to remain GM-free
The South Australia Government has rejected 11 council applications to maintain a genetically-modified crop ban in their area. Source: ABC Grain SA Government rejects councils’ applications to remain GM-free
WA harvest deliveries pass 1Mt: CBH
Harvest is well under way across the Western Australian grainbelt, and bulk handler CBH Group has taken in more than 1Mt, with more receival sites expected to open this week. Source: Grain Central WA harvest deliveries pass 1Mt: CBH
Victoria on track for near-record wheat, barley crops
Late rains in Victoria’s main cropping regions coupled with a drier-than-normal winter in the south-west have the state on track to produce near-record wheat and barley crops. Source: Grain Central Victoria on track for near-record wheat, barley crops
Grain Central’s October 2020 grain and cropping news quiz
Keep up to date with Australian cropping industry developments with Grain Central’s monthly quiz. Source: Grain Central Grain Central’s October 2020 grain and cropping news quiz
Feedgrain Focus: Nearby jumps as rain tightens supply
Competition for a limited amount of available grain has heightened this week amid widespread storms and showers in southern Queensland and northern New South Wales Source: Grain Central Feedgrain Focus: Nearby jumps as rain tightens supply
Canola growers reap the benefits of strong global demand
Australian canola growers are in the box seat with a bumper crop forecast and Europe’s strong demand for non-GM product. Source: ABC Grain Canola growers reap the benefits of strong global demand
Incitec Pivot/Precision Ag announce new lab services agreement
Incitec Pivot Fertilisers has signed a long-term agreement which sees its Nutrient Advantage Laboratory become the exclusive supplier of laboratory services to Precision Agriculture Pty Ltd. Source: Grain Central Incitec Pivot/Precision Ag announce new lab services agreement
'A kick in the guts': Hail destroys farmers' first crops after three years of drought
Farmers have described the damage caused by a monumental hail storm as ‘heartbreaking’ as it has flattened crops near Coonamble, New South Wales. Source: ABC Grain ‘A kick in the guts’: Hail destroys farmers’ first crops after three years of drought
Wheat power partnership to tackle greenhouse gas, build resilience
A partnership of grain growers and key players in the supply chain has been formed to combat greenhouse gas emissions and help farmers become more resilient in the face of climate change. Source: Grain Central Wheat power partnership to tackle greenhouse gas, build resilience
Feedgrain Focus: Markets lift as rain clouds harvest
Prompt markets for wheat and barley have rallied as consumers and exporters scramble to book and receive grain amid a rain-interrupted harvest in southern Queensland and north-west New South Wales. Source: Beef Central Feedgrain Focus: Markets lift as rain clouds harvest
Market, seasonal conditions underpin strong wheat year: NAB
Increased rainfall and an international rally supporting prices auger well for Australian wheat, according to NAB’s latest Rural Commodities Wrap. Source: Grain Central Market, seasonal conditions underpin strong wheat year: NAB
First south Queensland grain crop since 2016 ends reliance on WA imports
Queensland’s grain industry is bouncing back after multiple seasons were missed because of the drought and the state relied on grain imports from Western Australia to feed livestock. Source: ABC Grain First south Queensland grain crop since 2016 ends reliance on WA imports
'Like a couple of extra paddocks': New wheat variety impresses with high yields
Queensland’s grain harvest is more than half completed and there’s a lot of chatter about how a new wheat variety has performed. Source: ABC Grain ‘Like a couple of extra paddocks’: New wheat variety impresses with high yields
Trucks gain, rail languishes ahead of big Victorian crop
Victoria is allowing operators to carry more grain per trip to boost road-transport efficiency during the upcoming harvest, but the Murray Basin Rail Project has fallen short of its objectives in boosting the state’s rail capacity. Source: Grain Central Trucks gain, rail languishes ahead of big Victorian crop
Forecast rains set to stall Qld winter harvest, lift summer crop prospects
Harvesters have been going flat out across southern Queensland this week as growers try to take off as much of this year’s winter crop as they can before forecast heavy rains hit on the weekend. Source: Grain Central Forecast rains set to stall Qld winter harvest, lift summer crop prospects
Weather insurance spikes with La Niña and long-awaited winter harvest
Weather insurers have seen a spike in interest since La Niña was declared active by BOM, with grain growers looking to protect their best winter harvest in years. Source: ABC Grain Weather insurance spikes with La Niña and long-awaited winter harvest
Australia on track for above-average winter crop: Rabobank
Australia is on track for a major recovery in grain production, with the winter harvest set to come in at an above-average 47.4 million tonnes, according to Rabobank’s later crop report. Source: Grain Central Australia on track for above-average winter crop: Rabobank
'Scary' forecast: Farmers race against rain to harvest grain crop
After years of drought, farmers are now working around the clock to get their first crop since 2016 off before it rains. Source: ABC Grain ‘Scary’ forecast: Farmers race against rain to harvest grain crop
'Waiting for a crop for too long': Excitement brews as growers begin harvest
There’s a glow atop the paddocks in northern New South Wales, a sight locals and farmers haven’t seen since 2016. It’s header drivers working into the night to get the most important crop in years off as quickly as possible. Source: ABC Grain ‘Waiting for a crop for too long’: Excitement brews as growers… Read more »
Feedgrain Focus: Wheat strengthens on limited grower selling
Wheat prices have strengthened in the past week as harvesting growers focus on selling barley for cash and holding their high-quality and high-protein wheat in a rising market. Source: Beef Central Feedgrain Focus: Wheat strengthens on limited grower selling
What is CRISPR, the gene editing technology that won the Chemistry Nobel prize?
CRISPR technology has become a powerhouse for basic research, allowing for genomes to be edited in living organisms cheaply, with ease and with extreme precision. Source: Grain Central What is CRISPR, the gene editing technology that won the Chemistry Nobel prize?
Cool finish limits slide in WA winter crop yield potential, now pegged at 13Mt
Dry spring conditions through the heart of the WA wheatbelt have stripped about 1.5Mt from the state’s winter crop estimates in the past month, according to GIWA’s latest crop report released today. Source: Grain Central Cool finish limits slide in WA winter crop yield potential, now pegged at 13Mt
Dry September robs millions of tonnes from West Australian grain harvest
A lack of rain as the growing season peaked has removed millions of tonnes of grain from Western Australia’s expected harvest. Source: ABC Grain Dry September robs millions of tonnes from West Australian grain harvest
SA gets applications from 10 council areas to stay GM free
The SA Government has received applications from 10 local government areas to remain GM free following the passing of legislation earlier this year which will allow the state’s farmers to crop GM crops including canola. Source: Grain Central SA gets applications from 10 council areas to stay GM free
Winter crop pegged at 44.7Mt, 9pc above average: Rural Bank
Australian winter crop production is forecast at 44.7 million tonnes, nine per cent above average and a 49pc year-on-year increase, according to Rural Bank Insights Update October 2020 release today. Source: Grain Central Winter crop pegged at 44.7Mt, 9pc above average: Rural Bank
After decimating crops across the world, the fall armyworm has moved into new Australian territory
Growers urged to look out for insect classified as a serious threat to Australia’s grain, rice, cotton, horticultural and sugar industries and can feed on up to 350 plant species. Source: ABC Grain After decimating crops across the world, the fall armyworm has moved into new Australian territory
Hard seltzer is a US alcohol trend heading Down Under. But what is it and is it a fad?
‘Hard seltzers’ are shaking up American drinking culture, but it’s a category of drink Australians are not familiar with yet. Will it be a fad, flop or the future of booze? Source: ABC Grain Hard seltzer is a US alcohol trend heading Down Under. But what is it and is it a fad?
Feedgrain Focus: North drops, southern wheat firms
Nearby values for northern wheat and barley have succumbed to harvest pressure, and nearby cottonseed prices have weakened with them, but southern markets are firming based on rising world values for wheat. Source: Beef Central Feedgrain Focus: North drops, southern wheat firms