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.
Category Archives: Tasmanian Country
Let’s get digital
DIGITAL innovation of livestock management at the TLX Powranna saleyards is proving a drawcard for interstate buyers.
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.
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.
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.
The best and brightest
AGRICULTURAL science students from across Tasmania have received additional support for their studies through a generous scholarship program.
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.
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.
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.
Wetland restoration
WHERE the Coal River meets Pitt Water-Orielton Lagoon, one of Australia’s biggest wetland reclamation projects is underway.