As we head into a large WA grain harvest and production risk drops away, focus shifts to one thing – price! The Compass walks us through the maze that is the September grain market

Recent data shows milk production in Western Australia is continuing to decline. With speculation that supply may struggle to meet demand, where is WA milk production heading?

Phil, Sue and their son Tavis Hall, a 5th generation dairy farmer, looked to explore ways to ensure a more independent, sustainable business future, that was less reliant on larger processors. This was the genesis for the Halls Family Dairy brand and the production of their unique, single-origin, premium artisan cheese.

In Western Australia’s sheep community, confinement feeding ewes through late summer and autumn is certainly gaining a lot of interest and traction – and rightfully so. There are many ways to approach confinement feeding. Whatever the system, here are some points to consider.

With a passion for supporting the local Ag community, Bev and Lincon operate the local one-stop-shop, Pingaring Ag Solutions, in the Kulin Shire, 340 kilometers east of Perth.

Dowerin Field Days were back with gusto for a cracker 2021 event. With a record-breaking 25,000 people through the gate over the two-day event, organisers can definitely call this year a successful comeback!

Leading South American meat and livestock company, Minerva Foods, recently announced its venture in Australia is moving ahead with the acquisition of two meatpacking units in Western Australia.

Murdoch University's on-campus sheep feedlot allows students to put their theoretical knowledge into practice and offers invaluable, ongoing sheep handling and husbandry experience.

Milne Feeds’ nutritionist, Dr Joshua Sweeny, recently attended the MLA MeatUp forum at the University of Western Australia. Read more on the key points of interest and Josh's take-home messages here.

This year, most farmers are enjoying higher than normal prices across almost every commodity. But what do high prices mean beyond the sales contract?