Regional and Seasonal content

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A snapshot of some of the latest news and seasonal advice from the department for Western Australian farm businesses in the grains sector.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s (DPIRD) Statistical Seasonal Forecast (SSF) system is indicating less than 40% chance of exceeding median rainfall for summer,...

In the December 2017 issue of the Wine Industry Newsletter read about alternative varieties judging, Winemakers' trial forums, sensitive sites, the 2017 winner of the Gladstones Trophy and more...

There are many causes of anaemia, jaundice and abortion in cattle, including bovine anaemia due to Theileria orientalis group (BATOG).

Bovine anaemia due to Theileria orientalis group (BATOG) is a disease of cattle that is caused by the blood parasite Theileria orientalis and spread by the bush tick (Haemaphy

Confined feeding of sheep in commercial feedlots could benefit Western Australian (WA) producers and processors.The WA lamb supply is seasonal, with a strong supply of lambs finished on green feed

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s (DPIRD) Statistical Seasonal Forecast (SSF) system is indicating neutral chance (40-60%) of exceeding median rainfall for November...

The Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007 requires that certain diseases must be reported to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) if they are kno

 ‘One Health’ is an internationally supported approach that recognises that the health and well-being of animals, people and the environment are closely linked and that international, national and

Opportunities for WA fruits can be built by identifying export markets with the best potential return, underpinned by demand.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s (DPIRD) Statistical Seasonal Forecast system is indicating mixed chances of exceeding median rainfall for October to December 2017...

To be productive a perennial grass pasture requires a companion legume to improve the feed quality over the winter growing season and provide the nitrogen input to drive productivity.

The WA Livestock Disease Outlook provides information about recent livestock disease cases in Western Australia as well as diseases likely to occur in the next month. Australia’s ability...

The WA Livestock Disease Outlook provides information about recent livestock disease cases in Western Australia as well as diseases likely to occur in the next month. Australia’s ability...

Promoting your small business is essential.

Good marketing happens when a business knows its brand, unique selling proposition and target market.

Business planning doesn’t have to be an arduous, drawn out task — it can be a simple, straightforward process that has the potential to turn your enterprise into a more profitable success.

Trees are an important part of any property.

Whether you are a small landholder developing a small patch of paradise or starting a new enterprise, there are several government approvals required.

Hydatid disease is a serious human health concern, caused by cysts of the tapeworm parasite Echinococcus granulosus.

  

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