Tasmanian Country

Donna Tracey with the chrysanthemums that flourish on the couple’s property.

Trial plot of haskap berries growing at karoola

14/06/2026

In a frosty paddock at Karoola an unusual plantation is loving the cool climate.

Hartzview distilling the essence of former fruit farm

13/06/2026

Originally a fruit farm, historic Hartzview in the Huon Valley has expanded its wine range to include fortified port wines, gin and liqueur.

Elizabeth Paul with Rob, Anthea and Sandra Patterson

BILBY wireless node to be commercialised by Sentek Sensor Technologies

12/06/2026

Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture research engineer Simon Edwards and Associate Professor Marcus Hardie have led the development of a wireless communication device that is set to help farmers.

The Bilby ag tech device with Daniel Gardner, Marcus Hardie, Rufus Black, Simon Edwards, Mike Rose

New truck rest area opens near Westbury

12/06/2026

A new heavy-vehicle driver rest area has opened near Westbury for truckies on long-haul trips.

TasFarmers concerned over EPBC changes

12/06/2026

TasFarmers has expressed concerns about the new Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation regulations imposed by the federal government.

Top dogs to take part in The Tasmanian Utility Championship

11/06/2026

The Tasmanian Utility Championships at Connorville, Cressy this weekend is the ultimate test of versatility where Jess Russell’s working dogs Baz, Jedda, Zeva and Eve will need to work sheep in both the paddock and the yard.

Season, prices looking good as solstice looms

11/06/2026

IT IS only 10 days till the shortest day and the Tasmanian weather is generally staying mild which is making the autumn/winter looking pretty good for many and better than a month ago for many (mainly in the South).

Weather records tumble as Tasmania cops extremes

11/06/2026

TASMANIA is in the midst of a record bout of warm weather with 10 consecutive days of temperatures above 15 degrees achieved or forecast - breaking the previous record of seven consecutive days.

Southern Airlines to cease Tasmanian operations

10/06/2026

Southern Airlines has announced it will cease its Tasmanian operations from 30 June 2026 as part of a nationwide business restructure.

James Hutchinson is the owner of Longley Organic Farm.

Longley Organic Farm's James Hutchinson imparting advice for other growers to thrive

10/06/2026

James Hutchinson not only wants to see his farm thrive, but also impart knowledge to other producers so they can be successful.

Ross Wool Centre project features on national television

09/06/2026

The Ross Wool Centre has featured as part of Tasmania’s Off Season tourism promotion on national television. See the full story and video here:

TasFarmers Matters - Technology's helping hand

09/06/2026

The recent Hort Connections conference in Adelaide was a real eye-opener.

Trial plot of haskap berries growing at karoola

Hartzview distilling the essence of former fruit farm

BILBY wireless node to be commercialised by Sentek Sensor Technologies

New truck rest area opens near Westbury

TasFarmers concerned over EPBC changes

Top dogs to take part in The Tasmanian Utility Championship

Season, prices looking good as solstice looms

Weather records tumble as Tasmania cops extremes

Southern Airlines to cease Tasmanian operations

Longley Organic Farm's James Hutchinson imparting advice for other growers to thrive

Ross Wool Centre project features on national television

TasFarmers Matters - Technology's helping hand

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