Farmers deserve a fair go in Australia’s renewable energy future

As Australia races towards what seems like an inevitable renewable energy future, one voice cannot be ignored … it’s us farmers who feed our nation and work our vast landscapes.

Producers navigate nation’s north-south weather divide

It truly has been a tale of two seasons in recent months across Australia. Large parts of Queensland have been drenched by heavy r...

APLUS NEWS TRIVIA: Easter Special

Think you've been keeping up with the latest in agriculture and rural Australia? We've put together a handful of trivia questions ...

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Labor’s live sheep ban “is not the act of a friend”

President Trump has turned the global trade on its head in a matter of weeks with his global tariff agenda.

Producers navigate nation’s north-south weather divide

Producers across Australia face contrasting weather extremes, with heavy rains in the north and severe dryness in the south, impacting livestock and cropping conditions.

APLUS NEWS TRIVIA: Easter Special

Think you've been keeping up with the latest in agriculture and rural Australia? We've put together a handful of trivia questions drawn from the stories, headlines and events covered by APlus News over the past 12 months. It’s our Easter special, so hop to it and test your knowledge—see how you stack up against fellow readers.

Labor’s live sheep ban “is not the act of a friend”

Australian Livestock Exporters’ Council CEO Mark Harvey-Sutton write an opinion article about parallels between Trump's tariffs and the banning of live sheep exports.

Matthew Pearce Claims 2025 ALPA Young Auctioneers Title

Matthew Pearce of GDL Emerald, Queensland, has been crowned the 2025 Australian Livestock and Property Agents Association (ALPA) National Young Auctioneers Champion at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.

Red-hot return for Santa Gertrudis as the feature breed at Sydney Royal Easter Show

Santa Gertrudis cattle shine as the featured breed at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, with special highlights in the show ring, culinary delights, and a charity auction.

Tariffs on Australia due to ban on beef, pork: US envoy

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has been questioned by a US senator over why Australia faces a 10% tariff.

Millions for farmers after worst harvest in 15 years

Farmers and rural communities who are struggling to survive a worsening drought are getting a multi-million dollar boost to help get them through the crisis.

Beef and lamb tariffs confirmed: What producers need to know

It’s been a turbulent week for Australian agriculture, with US President Donald Trump confirming a 10% tariff on Australian exports - including beef and lamb - during an announcement on Thursday. While widely anticipated, the confirmation has sparked discussion across the red meat supply chain. Attention now turns to what these new tariffs could mean for livestock prices and red meat demand, both domestically and abroad. We’ve spoken with industry analysts to unpack the potential impacts, and what producers should keep an eye on in the weeks ahead.

Turning devastation to determination in Western Queensland

Flood relief efforts bring hope and resilience to outback Queensland communities devastated by weeks of heavy rain and flooding. Discover heartwarming stories and crucial support initiatives that are aiding in the flood devastation recovery.

Farmers deserve a fair go in Australia’s renewable energy future

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Producers navigate nation’s north-south weather divide

APLUS NEWS TRIVIA: Easter Special

Labor’s live sheep ban “is not the act of a friend”

Producers navigate nation’s north-south weather divide

APLUS NEWS TRIVIA: Easter Special

Labor’s live sheep ban “is not the act of a friend”

Matthew Pearce Claims 2025 ALPA Young Auctioneers Title

Red-hot return for Santa Gertrudis as the feature breed at Sydney Royal Easter Show

Tariffs on Australia due to ban on beef, pork: US envoy

Millions for farmers after worst harvest in 15 years

Beef and lamb tariffs confirmed: What producers need to know

Turning devastation to determination in Western Queensland

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