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Want to Know Farm Facts on Australian Farmers?

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Australia is a major producer and exporter of agricultural products and Australian Farmer s are one of the most independent producers in the world despite having a desert climate. Australia develops long-term agricultural visions and reforms that are useful for the country's development. Interesting Farm Facts on Australian Farmers - Independent Producers - Australian Farmers are the most independent producers in the world and take less support from the government as compared to other countries. There are approximately 87,800 agricultural businesses that are family-owned. Annual Production - In Australia, farmers produced sufficient food to feed 600 people at home and overseas. Each year, Australia produces around 25 million tonnes of wheat. Agricultural Businesses - In the four quarters up to August 2021, approximately 325,000 people were employed in Australian agriculture, forestry, and fisheries, in 2016/17 it was 304,200. Many of the people were employed in horticul...

What Are the Reasons Behind High Fertiliser Prices in Australia?

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  In Australia, fertiliser prices are recorded high. This price increased due to a combination of increased global energy costs and export restrictions imposed by traditional overseas suppliers. These fertilisers prices have been increasing since the beginning of 2021, but it has accelerated in recent months. Recently fertilizer costs reached a record prices level of $1,320 per tonne for purchase, freight, and discharge. According to agricultural market researcher Andrew Whitelaw, these prices have been raised since the beginning of the year, but have surged since August. These Are the Reasons for Record High Fertiliser Prices in Australia 1. Production of Fertliser Using Hydrocarbons - Production of fertliser using hydrocarbons such as natural gas and coal is one of the main reasons for rising fertiliser prices. Gases prices are very high due to these impact fertiliser production costs is also very high. 2. Difficulty in Import - COVID-19, lead the less production of fertliser, d...

Australian Innovation and Technology - Useful for the World

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Australia is known for  Australian technology ,  laid-back culture, football pies, relaxed attitude, and beach culture. Australia is also known for its innovative ideas and invention in various sectors such as medical, transport, electricity, etc. These inventions have come out of the country and changed the world. These are the Useful Innovation of Australia:- Spray-on Skin Professor Fiona Wood, a Perth-based plastic surgeon and burns specialist, innovated spray-on skin invention in 19991 after using spray-on skin to treat burn victims of the 2002 Bali bombings. This technique was innovated to grow new healthy cells on the victim’s damaged skin. This life-saving treatment developed in Australia is currently used by medical professionals all over the world to properly treat burn victims and complications. Ultrasound Scanner Ultrasound scanner is invented by David Robinson and George Kossoff from Ultrasonic Research Group of the Commonwealth Acoustic Laboratories to treat pregn...

How to Improve Dairy Business with Dairy Shed?

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  The dairy business is growing day by day it also becomes a very useful source of generating income for dairy farmers. In the dairy Business, the dairy shed is also very useful to provide safety to the cows and protect them from the sunlight. The effects of heat stress on yield are negative. Cow cooling fans from HVLS assist keep cows in peak performance. Shed and shelter also protect cows from weather changes. The scope of the dairy business is increasing in Australia. Building a barn, according to Agriculture Victoria's Dairy and Livestock Development Specialist Scott McDonald, isn't an answer for all dairy farmers or all on-farm challenges. "If you're worried about how to keep the herd under control, consider a range of options. It's all about figuring out what the farm needs in the future and linking them up with the right infrastructure." Importance of Dairy Shed or Dairy Barn in the Dairy Business 1.  Helps to Increase Milk Production - Dairy shed prov...

Westech Field Days in Barcaldine - Why It is Famous?

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Westech Field Days in Barcaldine are intended to give information, promote technology and advanced innovation. Since 1983, this event is very famous among visitors for its popularity, it is known as “friendly field days”.There is much exposure for the audience and they enjoy a lot in Barcaldine showgrounds. This event is held on every three years and gets a huge success. Westech Field Days are also famous for its products, in this exhibitor's displays their products such as machinery, tools, fencing, agricultural field products, farm technology, field day sheds, and a bouncy house and camel rides for the children. The occasion contributes altogether to its prosperity, innovation, and keeping up with continuous interest and support from exhibitors and its developing crowd. This event has a solid reputation that's why both exhibitors and visitors both have come with so much excitement. In this, event exhibitors offer the best deal to the visitors, because of this, the audience i...

Farm Machinery Shed Important For Farm Related Business

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  If your farm or business is majorly dependent upon machinery, then the farm machinery sheds are the most necessary step you need to take. Machinery is a way too expensive asset and can not be purchased frequently, and so it is very important to take care of and store in the proper way to prevent it from any kind of damage. Let us go through some important points to know how the machinery sheds play a vital role in saving the cost of our business- Protection From Weather - Machinery, if left out in the sun for longer period of time, it can lead to heat damage; increasing the risk of breakdown due to overheating and causing unnecessary damage. Furthermore, leaving machinery in cold will lead to corrosion, rust, and water damage. Long-Lasting Machinery - If the machinery is stored properly and proper care is taken, it will last longer. Save money by storing undercover and out of the weather. Handling your machinery with care will ensure it lasts years. Helps in Keeping your Machin...

Australian Wool — Benefits and Importance

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Wool production is considered to be the Australia's most important agricultural industry. It represents 6.3% of the agricultural production gross value and $2.3 billion in export income in 2003–2004. Australia is considered to be the worlds largest producer of wool. Australian wool industry leads production for 2006/2007 is forecasted to be 425 million kg. Let us know about some of the benefits of Australian wool-  Natural  -   It is a naturally grown wool by Australia's 68 million sheep, consuming a simple blend of water, air, sunshine and grass. Biodegradable  - When we dispose of the wool, it naturally decomposes in soil for a matter of some years, benefiting the earth by offering some natural and important nutrients to the earth. Wrinkle-Resistant  - The wool returns in its natural shape after it has been bent, making it free from wrinkles and lines. Comfort and Breathable  - Wool fibres have the property of absorbing the moisture vapour and then releasing in into the air...