Tasmanian Country

Meander dairy farmers Brian and Michele Lawrence

Fertiliser deal good news for dairy farmers Brian and Michele Lawrence

16/06/2026

Meander dairy farmers Brian and Michele Lawrence said they’re relieved that additional nitrogen fertiliser has been secured by the Tasmanian Government as part of a deal with Incitec Pivot.

TasFarmers Matters - Supply chain relationships key

16/06/2026

As our leaders keep reminding us, the war in the Middle East is having a massive effect on the global economy, and we’re facing an uncertain and volatile environment.

Finalists for Tasmanian Dairy Awards' categories announced

15/06/2026

The finalists for the 2026 ANZ Dairy Business of the Year Award and the 2026 Lactalis-Mainland Dairy Share Dairy Farmer of the Year Award have been announced.

Juniper Lea Dairy Farm at Dairy Plains was the winner of the 2025 ANZ Dairy Business of the Year Award.

Tasmanian success at Australian Premier Working Dog Auction

15/06/2026

Six working dogs have made their way to Tasmania following the 30th Australian Premier Working Dog Auction in Casterton, Victoria last weekend, in some cases almost back to where they were born.

Pandara Kelpies Matthew Johnson and the dog he sold

Trump's proposed new tariff for Australia unlikely to impact agriculture

15/06/2026

Proposed new tariffs by the US on Australian goods entering the nation are not expected to affect the agricultural industry.

Haskap berries growing beside flowers at Karoola

14/06/2026

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

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

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).

Fertiliser deal good news for dairy farmers Brian and Michele Lawrence

TasFarmers Matters - Supply chain relationships key

Finalists for Tasmanian Dairy Awards' categories announced

Tasmanian success at Australian Premier Working Dog Auction

Trump's proposed new tariff for Australia unlikely to impact agriculture

Haskap berries growing beside flowers 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

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