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10th December 2024

PM Edition

Prime time for lamb

Lamb prices have broken through 1000c/kg but how much longer will it last? We ask the experts how they see the market playing out.

SA gets tough on water theft

South Australia has the toughest penalties in the Murray Darling Basin for water theft, with other states called on to follow its lead.

Fodder woes take hold

Quality fodder is in short supply despite projections there would be an abundance. One farming leader has reported “fodder yields being reduced by 50 per cent”.

Man charged with cattle theft

A southern NSW man will front court after being charged with stealing $18,000 worth of cattle. Here’s what we know.

Mines approved: ‘Everyone feels so powerless’

Two major mining projects have been given the go ahead in Victoria’s wheatbelt, as farmers wait for further details.

Food imports surge to $40 billion

Food imports have soared to $40 billion, as processors are driven offshore by rising energy, freight, labour and red-tape costs.

Evaporated milk pool prospects

Expectations of improved dairy production numbers have been dashed. Here’s why forecasters say the milk pool is evaporating.

Country footy club on 23-match losing streak goes into recess

A northern Victorian club have pulled out of the 2025 PDFNL season with all of its football, netball and junior teams to miss the year.