Flower farmers’ daughter takes on blooming rubbish
A young woman who grew up watching tulips grow in her parents' hot houses has her own blossoming business diverting tonnes of floristry plastic from landfill.
agriculture
Beehive blitz may fill pollination gap as mite spreads
A severe shortage of bees has kicked off an initiative to build a thousand hives as a deadly parasite threatens to wipe out the wild pollinators.
Consumer watchdog cracks down on alleged egg cartel
Australia's biggest egg suppliers have been accused of banding together to block their competitors and inflate prices, allegations the companies deny.
It was all yellow: bumper canola crop after tough start
Australia's canola crop is forecast to bring home the gold, with forecasts of a record crop and high prices despite tough conditions in some key growing areas.
‘Super pest’ fire ant nest found in logistics warehouse
A nest of red imported fire ants has triggered a comprehensive biosecurity response to stop the invasive pest from spreading.
‘A calling’: women’s work strengthens rural Australia
A farmer finding the sector's next generation and an academic training rural first responders have been honoured for work to make country communities stronger.
Farmers want slasher taken to length of daylight saving
While city workers might rejoice, for farmers the onset of daylight saving time is a six-month grind - and they're calling for compromise.
Warning El Nino could wipe $13b from Australian economy
Farmers are already thinning their herds and varying planting rotations as they brace for lower rainfall driven by a harsh El Nino period.
Russian targets Kyiv bridges in new disruption tactic
Russian has targeted three bridges over the Dnipro River in Kyiv, causing traffic chaos in what appears to be a new way to torment the Ukrainian capital.
Mango growers fear premium fruit will be left to rot
Mango growers fear changes to the working holiday visa program will lead to the coveted fruit rotting on trees, as a shortage of backpacker pickers looms.
Boom or bust? Farmers fear energy and water data drain
A state government and regional council want to power full steam ahead with a new data centre, but local farmers worry about being left behind.
Rising sea levels threaten more than 267,000 properties
Rising seas and storm surges could cost Australia more than $855 billion, endangering homes, businesses, infrastructure and land.
Sustainable jet fuel project moves closer to take-off
A multimillion-dollar project designed to produce green fuels is a step closer to launch after securing a $30 million investment.
Drier July helps lift Bunnings sales as DIY rules
Retail-focused group Wesfarmers, which owns some of Australia's best-known brands, including Bunnings Warehouse, says households are still under pressure.
Canada hits back at US as tariff feud explodes
After days of intense negotiations, the US and Canada have failed to reach a trade deal, worsening an already delicate relationship between the two nations.
Family offers big reward to help lasso cattle rustlers
A cattle farming couple are making a call-out for information after the theft of more than 140 prized stock from their rural property.
Vets turn away injured wildlife amid bird flu fears
Vets are refusing to treat birds and other wildlife as H5 bird flu fears - and cases - climb across the nation.
Progress and poor marks: Reef earns a mixed report card
Efforts to cut pollution in waterways feeding Australia's Great Barrier Reef are making progress but still falling short of targets.
Ekka celebrates milestone year with $300m revamp reveal
A major agricultural show will celebrate its 150th year, buzzing with news of an upgrade of almost $300 million to be completed ahead of the 2032 Olympics.
Native birdlife on the frontline as flu rapidly spreads
Another state has recorded its first native bird case of H5 bird flu, and surveillance in the affected region remains ongoing as the national tally rises.
Perfect mix: stage set for ‘maximum’ bird flu damage
The concentration of a bird flu outbreak near the mouth of the Murray River is creating a perfect storm for the spread of the deadly virus, experts have warned.
Holy guacamole: Aussie avos set to smash supply records
The Australian avocado supply is forecast to smash records after a dip, in a-peeling news for lovers of the Sunday brunch staple.
Tiny ancient fungi could slash Aussie fertiliser bill
A team of scientists has built Australia's first highly detailed database of fungi, which has the potential to help boost food crops and slash fertiliser costs.
Precautions urged as sixth bird flu case confirmed
Australia's sixth bird flu case has been confirmed as the nation's top veterinarian issued advice to keep free-range hens housed, where practical.
Firing up carbon credits through cultural burning
Cape York Indigenous native title holders have inked an Australian first carbon credits profit sharing deal with a farmer over a massive cattle station.
Australian green hydrogen project gets the green light
A renewable hydrogen plant proposed for the NSW Hunter Valley will go ahead after a multimillion-dollar boost.
Reports for sick birds surge but no new cases detected
No more cases of a deadly bird flu strain have been detected with tests continuing as sick or dead seabirds are discovered on beaches.
Fears for poultry as second bird flu case sparks action
The poultry industry and authorities are preparing for the possible spread of a deadly avian flu strain and the impact it could have on egg and chicken prices.
Uncertainty for wildlife as killer bird flu detected
Australian wildlife is facing a new and uncertain chapter after a dangerous strain of bird flu was confirmed on the mainland.
Bird flu outbreak could leave industry devastated
A deadly strain of bird flu has been detected in Australia for the first time, putting the poultry industry on high alert for a potential outbreak.
The farmer wants a wife, the farm gets an entrepreneur
City-raised spouses can breathe new life into farm businesses, with agritourism credited with keeping young people in the regions and building the workforce.