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Cover of the weed control in winter crops handbookWeed control in winter crops 2013

Good weed control management in winter crops is a vital part of successful and profitable crop production.

droughtA new approach for drought management

NSW is introducing new measures to help farmers prepare for and manage the impacts of drought.

Bushfire alertBushfire

Natural disaster assistance for NSW areas affected by bushfires has been announced. View the latest information on the current situation.

Local Land ServicesLocal Land Services

A modern approach to deliver services to landowners

Farmer of the yearFarmer of the Year Award 2012

The 2012 finalists have been announced.

Wild dog management strategyNSW Wild Dog Management Strategy 2012-2015

The Strategy aims to minimise the negative impacts of wild dogs on primary production, the environment and the wider community by clearly defining the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders.

PigeonParamyxovirus in pigeons

Cases of pigeon paramyxovirus have been detected in Sydney. NSW pigeon owners are advised to vaccinate their birds to protect them from the disease.

Fruit flyQueensland Fruit Fly outbreaks

There are currently more than 150 Queensland Fruit Fly outbreaks throughout the NSW Fruit Fly Exclusion Zone and Greater Sunraysia Pest Free Area.

Land use planningLand Use Planning

Assists proponents and local councils plan for sustainable agricultural development with policies and guidelines, information on agricultural mapping and statistical data.

Hendra virus

Horse owners should remain vigilant to minimise exposure of their horses.

Variety ChooserNEW - Free Variety Chooser App

Download the free "CropMate VarietyChooser” app for your iPhone, iPod and iPad today.

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Training to meet the needs of NSW farmers, primary industries, agribusiness and the community

Spotlight

  • Review of the LHPA: Consultant's Report
  • European House Borer
  • CropMate - a weather companion for farmers
  • The Smart Farms Projects, improving nutrient management & water use efficiency

Latest publications

May 2013Biosecurity for organic grain farmers (Primefact 1302)
Apr 2014Exotic Pest Alert: Black cherry fruit fly and Western cherry fruit fly (Primefact 1294)
Apr 2014Maize silage - Costing and gross margin calculator instructions (Primefact 1299)
Apr 2013Weed control in winter crops
Mar 2013Winter crop variety sowing guide 2013

News releases

  • 22 May 2013
    NSW Biosecurity Strategy released [151.5 KB PDF]
  • 20 May 2013
    PROfarm courses in Glen Innes
  • 16 May 2013
    Investment boost for sustainable agriculture + NRM [122.7 KB PDF]
  • 16 May 2013
    $460,000 funding boost for Far South Coast dairy industry [79.1 KB PDF]
  • 15 May 2013
    Agriculture future secure for research and cropping at Condobolin
  • 14 May 2013
    Research to promote Australian chickpea farmers
more news releases
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Upcoming courses

  • 29th May 2013
    Chainsaw operation and maintenance
  • 29th May 2013
    Quad bike handling
  • 29th May 2013
    Chainsaw operation and maintenance
  • 29th May 2013
    Safe tractor operation and maintenance
  • 29th May 2013
    Training and assessment, Certificate IV
  • 30th May 2013
    Chainsaw - Trim & cross-cut felled trees
  • 3rd Jun 2013
    Chainsaw - Trim & cross-cut felled trees
  • 4th Jun 2013
    SMARTtrain chemical application (Level 3)
Full course list

Events

  • 17th Jun 2013
    2013 Australian Summer Grains Conference
  • 12th Jul 2013
    Mudgee Small Farm Field Days
  • 14th Jul 2013
    Belgenny Farm Bridal Expo
  • 1st Sep 2013
    Father's Day at Belgenny Farm
  • 17th Sep 2013
    Henty Machinery Field Days
  • 24th Oct 2013
    Australian National Field Days
  • 25th Dec 2013
    Christmas Day Lunch at Belgenny Farm
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  • Broadacre crops
  • Horticulture
  • Natural resources, environment and climate
  • Drought, bushfires and emergencies
  • Pest and weeds management
  • Farm management
  • Farm business and trade
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