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Category Archives: Tasmanian Country

Mum’s the word in paddock

A PADDOCK of cows with suckling calves is not something commonly seen on dairy farms, but a world-first research project is exploring the potential for this to become a viable option of calf rearing.

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Posted byTasmanian Institute of AgricultureJune 29, 2022June 24, 2022Posted inTasmanian Country

Let’s get digital

DIGITAL innovation of livestock management at the TLX Powranna saleyards is proving a drawcard for interstate buyers.

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Posted byJosh HarrisJune 28, 2022June 24, 2022Posted inTasmanian Country

Tall poppies retire

TASMANIAN poppy growers will have a new crop of faces at the top of their peak body with a changing of the guard in the leadership of Poppy Growers Tasmania.

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Posted byJosh HarrisJune 27, 2022June 24, 2022Posted inTasmanian Country

John’s found his thrill on his blueberry hill

BUILT from humble beginnings as a retirement hobby, Mountain River Blueberries has quickly found its feet in the organic food market, becoming one of the must-visit stalls at produce markets.

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Posted byJosh HarrisJune 26, 2022June 24, 2022Posted inTasmanian Country

Trail of storm chaos leaves dairies counting the cost

IMPROVED preparation and changes to managing power outages are likely in the wake of a severe storms that cut off electricity supply in some regions for almost two weeks.

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Posted byJosh HarrisJune 25, 2022June 24, 2022Posted inTasmanian Country

The best and brightest

AGRICULTURAL science students from across Tasmania have received additional support for their studies through a generous scholarship program.

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Posted byAmanda LovellJune 23, 2022June 17, 2022Posted inTasmanian Country

New-look for Hobart Show

FUTURE livestock and animal handling events at the Royal Hobart Show will look very different after changes to the running of the event.

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Posted byJosh HarrisJune 22, 2022June 17, 2022Posted inTasmanian Country

Pickled onions, an eye-watering success

PRODUCERS of one of Tasmania’s most iconic pickled goods, pickled onions, tell a story of passion, family recipes and a commitment to style.

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Posted byJosh HarrisJune 21, 2022June 17, 2022Posted inTasmanian Country

Once-in-a-decade weather event

WILD weather has wreaked havoc on Tasmanian farms causing millions of dollars of damage and leaving thousands of property owners without power for several days.

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Posted byJosh HarrisJune 20, 2022June 17, 2022Posted inTasmanian Country

Wetland restoration

WHERE the Coal River meets Pitt Water-Orielton Lagoon, one of Australia’s biggest wetland reclamation projects is underway.

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Posted byAmanda LovellJune 19, 2022June 17, 2022Posted inTasmanian Country

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