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Bovotica, a QUT spinout, has raised $3.4M to cut livestock methane by up to 50% using microbiome tech 🌿🐄💨. Boosts produc...
04/07/2025

Bovotica, a QUT spinout, has raised $3.4M to cut livestock methane by up to 50% using microbiome tech 🌿🐄💨. Boosts productivity while slashing emissions! 🌏🌱

Bovotica, a pioneering agtech spinout from QUT, has successfully raised $3.4 million in its seed funding round.

🐄 Dr Matthew Shaffer Appointed CEO of Dairy AustraliaStarting July 16, Dr Matthew Shaffer will take over as chief execut...
04/07/2025

🐄 Dr Matthew Shaffer Appointed CEO of Dairy Australia
Starting July 16, Dr Matthew Shaffer will take over as chief executive of Dairy Australia, after leading DataGene since its inception in 2016.

Dr Matthew Shaffer– DataGene’s chief executive since its formation in 2016 – will take on the role of chief executive at Dairy Australia from July 16.

🍅🦠 Tomato Virus Now Endemic in AustraliaThe National Management Group has confirmed tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToB...
04/07/2025

🍅🦠 Tomato Virus Now Endemic in Australia
The National Management Group has confirmed tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) can no longer be eradicated from Australia.

The National Management Group (NMG) has confirmed it is no longer technically feasible to eradicate tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) from Australia.

🌱👩‍🔬 New Faces Strengthen BCG BoardBirchip Cropping Group has welcomed two new board members — Dr Marisa Collins and Gil...
02/07/2025

🌱👩‍🔬 New Faces Strengthen BCG Board
Birchip Cropping Group has welcomed two new board members — Dr Marisa Collins and Giles Cunningham — bringing a powerful mix of research, education, and on-farm experience to guide the future of the organisation.

Birchip Cropping Group (BCG) has announced the appointment of Dr Marisa Collins and Giles Cunningham to the board, bringing deep scientific, educational and on-ground production expertise to help shape the future direction of the organisation.

🌾🌼 Gazania Threatens Aussie Grain CropsA new La Trobe University study warns the invasive South African flower Gazania i...
02/07/2025

🌾🌼 Gazania Threatens Aussie Grain Crops
A new La Trobe University study warns the invasive South African flower Gazania is tougher than expected — now invading grain crops and native grasslands.

A La Trobe University study has found the invasive South African flower Gazania is more resilient than previously understood, with its ability to adapt to different environments making it one of the biggest w**d threats to Australian native grasslands and grain production.

🥬🌸 New Appointments Strengthen IFPA ANZ BoardThe International Fresh Produce Association ANZ has welcomed two industry l...
02/07/2025

🥬🌸 New Appointments Strengthen IFPA ANZ Board
The International Fresh Produce Association ANZ has welcomed two industry leaders to its board:
🌼 David Di Pietro (Lynch Group) – representing the floral sector
🍎 Ben Reilly (Steritech) – a pioneer in phytosanitary irradiation

Their combined experience in retail, manufacturing, and postharvest innovation will help shape the future of fresh produce and flowers across the region.

The International Fresh Produce Association ANZ (IFPA ANZ) has appointed two prominent leaders from distinct sectors of the fresh produce and floral industry to its board.

🚜 New leadership at Hort Innovation!Louise Pavihi steps in as Head of Service, bringing 20+ years’ experience to drive r...
30/06/2025

🚜 New leadership at Hort Innovation!
Louise Pavihi steps in as Head of Service, bringing 20+ years’ experience to drive research, development & marketing for Aussie horticulture 🍊🌱

Hort Innovation has welcomed Louise Pavihi as its new head of service.

🐝 Pollination at risk in Australia!Varroa mite threat + slow hive growth = looming shortfall in bees for key crops like ...
30/06/2025

🐝 Pollination at risk in Australia!
Varroa mite threat + slow hive growth = looming shortfall in bees for key crops like almonds, mangoes & macadamias, warns Rabobank. Urgent action needed to boost pollinator supply! 🌱

Potential declines in bee populations due to varroa mite infestation could jeopardise Australian horticultural production, Rabobank says in a newly released report.

🪰 $2M boost for Australia’s insect industry!New research will unlock the power of insects for protein, feed & sustainabi...
29/06/2025

🪰 $2M boost for Australia’s insect industry!
New research will unlock the power of insects for protein, feed & sustainability.
Led by Uni of Adelaide + AgriFutures 🐛💪

Led by the University of Adelaide and supported by AgriFutures Australia through its Emerging Industries program, a new $2 million program of research is set to unlock the potential of Australia’s insect industry by addressing critical barriers to growth.

🌏🐄 Elanco steps up in the Pacific Rim!Elanco has announced key leadership changes to strengthen its regional focus:👤 Hen...
29/06/2025

🌏🐄 Elanco steps up in the Pacific Rim!
Elanco has announced key leadership changes to strengthen its regional focus:

👤 Hendrik Vander Walth becomes International Ruminants & Sustainability Leader
👤 Lance Williams joins as Pacific Rim Regional Leader

These appointments signal a strong push for innovation, sustainability, and customer-first solutions across the region.

Elanco Animal Health has announced key leadership appointments it says will strengthen its commitment to customers and partners in the Pacific rim region.

🚜 New face for NSW!AgNova Technologies welcomes Earl Yandall as the new Area Sales Manager for NSW 👋🌾With deep agronomic...
27/06/2025

🚜 New face for NSW!

AgNova Technologies welcomes Earl Yandall as the new Area Sales Manager for NSW 👋🌾

With deep agronomic experience and a passion for both broadacre and horticultural crops, Earl’s back in his home state to support growers with trusted products like Metarex Inov and Starkle.

AgNova Technologies has announced the appointment of Earl Yandall to the position of area sales manager for NSW.

🌾 Champion of global food security recognised!Murdoch University’s Professor Rajeev Varshney has been elected a Fellow o...
27/06/2025

🌾 Champion of global food security recognised!

Murdoch University’s Professor Rajeev Varshney has been elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science 🎓🌱

From decoding crop genomes to driving next-gen breeding, his work is transforming agriculture in Australia and beyond.

👏 WA’s only Fellow in 2025 — and a global leader in genomics!

Australia’s pre-eminent scientific organisation has recognised Murdoch University Professor Rajeev Varshney for his groundbreaking and translational contributions to crop productivity and global food security.

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Established in 1981, Rural Business is a trade magazine distributed nationwide in Australia, by subscription only, to persons involved in the distribution and reselling of agricultural chemicals, merchandise and fertilisers to rural Australia.