MORE than three quarters of Australia’s wool bales will be incorporated into a new platform – Australian Wool Traceability Hub – within 12 months, as industry bodies lead the way in the initiative.

THE Moyne Shire Council (MSC) has funded a $100,000 Hawkesdale Pool upgrade project to fully re-fibreglass both the toddler and main pool with new line markings and slip-resistant surfaces.

(FROM left) Paul and Lynette Lenehan from Crossley with Geoff Heazelwood from Tasmania who have been included in the Jersey Australia Master Breeder honour board. Photo: SUPPLIED.

IF you are planning to plant fruit trees this winter, consider dwarf trees as an easier option to protect against fruit fly.

THE appointment of a new agriculture minister won’t change the Federal Government’s “litany of disastrous decisions that have impacted the agricultural sector”, according to The Nationals leader, David Littleproud.

THE Miners Rest-based Malakai Stud won both Champion Ewe and Champion Ram in the Valais Blacknose section of the Virbac Sheep Show. Malakai is the largest Valais Blacknose stud in Australia with over 70 sheep and this was the first time the rare and charming breed has been at Sheepvention.

WHEN choosing the best feed to purchase for sheep or cattle, there are a few things to take into account– especially when feeding over winter.

ANNAMEIKE Cozens isn’t sure if she wants to become a vet or drive a tractor – so she’s trying both.

WARRABKOOK husband and wife woolgrowers, David and Michelle Elsom, have been selected by a prestigious fashion brand for its woollen ladies’ and menswear, which are sold in high-end boutiques in Shanghai, Paris, and Osaka.

FUTURE agricultural workers will benefit from a $2 million investment by the Victorian Government to support projects that embed Aboriginal traditional knowledge and practices into accredited agriculture TAFE training.