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Victorian watchdog set up to monitor farmland restoration amid mineral sands boom
A working group will be formed to provide independent oversight of agricultural land restoration requirements for mineral sands projects in Victoria's Wimmera Mallee. The group will give advice to Resources Victoria, and inform the mining sector on how to minimise impacts on long-term farm productivity. The group will formally meet for the first time in coming weeks.
Beekeepers call for access to new biopesticide to target varroa mite
Beekeepers call for biopesticide known to target varroa mite to come to Australia Wed 10 Jun 2026 at 3:23pm In short: A new biopesticide to manage the bee-killing varroa mite has been developed. Researchers say it could help battle growing resistance to varroa treatments in Australia. Beekeepers are calling for the government to invest in the new treatment, currently available in the United States, and explore other potential solutions.
Beetle mating rituals key to Banksia populations
Beetle mating rituals key to Banksia populations Lisa Lock Scientific Editor Andrew Zinin Lead Editor The nocturnal mating rituals of hairy scarab beetles are helping pollinate one of Perth's most common native trees, in a discovery that highlights the unusual adaptations of Australian plants and the unexpected pollination strategies still to be discovered. A four-year study led by La Trobe University discovered that the candlestick banksia is a rendezvous site for beetles to mate and feed...
'Not enough' bees for crop pollination as parasite takes over
Crop failure fears as deadly bee parasite wipes out hives and forces beekeepers to quit Thu 4 Jun 2026 at 10:59am In short: A new report has predicted a shortfall of close to 300,000 beehives for this year's peak crop pollination season in August, as the deadly parasite varroa mite wipes out bees. The cost of managing varroa and the development of insecticide resistance is forcing half of Australia's beekeepers to quit. Industry groups and researchers are developing a national strategy to...
Breeder withdraws proposal for controversial Victorian puppy farm
Puppy farm anger sees breeder withdraw proposal for facility with mandatory caesareans Thu 4 Jun 2026 at 6:00am In short: A dog breeder who was seeking approval for a 150-puppy farm near Bendigo in Central Victoria has withdrawn their application. Nearby farmers and animal activists say the "extraordinary" proposal would have been unethical. The breeder would have required a ministerial exemption to have more than 10 breeding dogs.
New study sheds light on Victoria's future rainfall
New study sheds light on Victoria's future rainfall Sadie Harley Scientific Editor Andrew Zinin Lead Editor New research led by Monash University sheds a new perspective on forecasts of future rainfall in Victoria, showing that recent dry conditions may not fully reflect long-term climate change signals. The study, published in Theoretical and Applied Climatology, highlights the important role of natural climate variability in shaping recent rainfall patterns, and how this influences...
A 'ring of fire' could soon burn around one of Australia's major cities
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Drone mimicking peregrine falcon gives hope to strawberry growers
Falcon-like drone drives birds away from strawberry crops in Qld trial Tue 2 Jun 2026 at 7:02am In short: Birds cause more than $300 million in Australian crop losses annually. A drone mimicking a peregrine falcon is being trialled to protect strawberries. The trial, funded by Hort Innovation, will run for three years.
Farm profits to dive by 70 per cent as drought and costs bite
ABARES report predicts broadacre farm profits will drop by 70 per cent Tue 2 Jun 2026 at 11:55am In short: ABARES is forecasting a fall of 21 per cent in winter crop production across Australia. Farm profits are likely to be significantly lower due to high prices for fuel and fertiliser What's next? Welcome rain has fallen across some affected areas in recent days, and many farmers remain positive about the future.
Study that was sidelined by Trump administration tells Americans to limit themselves to one drink per day
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