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Six co-workers who bonded over the struggle of work & the constant need for wine after a long week. Join us for a glass & a lot of laughs.
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Between the Vines focuses on timely viticulture, business management, and Integrated Pest Management issues to help vineyards achieve commercial success. The podcast covers timely topics and research updates throughout the year. It is brought to you by the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program. This regional Extension team is a collaboration between Penn State and Cornell University.
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National Rural News Wednesday September 11 In today's National Rural News: farmers calls for change, concerning export figures, a new horticulture trade deal - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Researchers at CSIRO and the University of Queensland have joined forces and will use an innovative technology to monitor the landscape. The teams will deliver important soil and landscape data through the Terrestrial Ecosystem Research Network. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with CSIRO Program Lead Dr Ben McDonald about the TERN system and its be…
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National Rural News In today's National Rural News: farmers rallying in Canberra, concerns about tomato and capsicum crops, how livestock can help to clear weeds - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast Tuesday September 10 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…
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A virus which affects capsicum and tomato production has re-emerged, prompting calls for farmers to ramp up biosecurity efforts. Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus can reduce crop yields by up to 70-percent -- it can only be controlled by destroying infected plants. Rural reporter Sophie Clarke caught up with CropLife Australia chief executive Matthew…
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Parents say they're feeling stressed and burnt out as they struggle to find childcare in the bush. Polling conducted by the Parenthood shows 86% of families living in rural, regional, and remote areas are finding it difficult to access affordable options. Rural reporter Sophie Clarke caught up with campaign director Maddy Butler to hear about the p…
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In today's National Rural News: farmers prepare to rally, a reliance on port trading, and a lack of childcare isolating regional families - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Nine Radio
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A nationwide commitment to addressing housing and rental shortages in the bush is falling by the wayside. 12 months ago, state and territories agreed to look at ways of fast-tracking housing approvals and doing away with red tape holding projects back. Rural reporter Sophie Clarke caught up with the Housing Industry Association's Mike Hermon to hea…
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In today's National Rural News: winemakers shore up trade relations with China, beef production on the rise, tax relief incentives for farmers - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Nine Radio
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Fruit and vegetable crops hit by damaging winds in parts of Victoria and New South Wales have come away relatively unscathed. A number of properties were caught up in extreme weather, which hit earlier in the week. Rural reporter Sophie Clarke caught up with farmer Catherine Velisha to hear more about the affect on local produce, and what an oversu…
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In today's National Rural News: fresh produce unaffected by damaging winds, changing meat consumption habits, the nation's fire outlook - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Nine Radio
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Despite the strong appeal of regional areas, latest research suggests residents will leave the area if livability factors like education opportunities, transport, childcare and healthcare aren't accessible. A team from the University of Sydney has been exploring factors and trends keeping residents in the bush. Rural reporter Sophie Clarke caught u…
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In today's National Rural News: the value of ag production tipped to rise, firefighting and forestry jobs on the chopping block, and livability factors attracting people to the regions - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Nine Radio
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Latest research suggests Australia has been a strong performer in global milk production. Rabobank's latest outlook shows production has grown 3.1%t to nearly 8.5 buillion litres in the past financial year. But growth is expected to slow. Rural reporter Sophie Clarke caught up with senior dairy analyst Michael Harvey-Sutton to find out more. See om…
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In today's National Rural News: wild winds affecting dairy operations, being better prepared for bushfires, and detours for freight operators on a major Queensland highway - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Nine Radio
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Avocado farmers are being asked to consider a new variety, which can grow up to four-times the size of normal store-bought fruit. The Jala variety is currently grown on Queensland's Sunshine Coast but there are plans to expand its reach. Rural editor Emily Minney caught up with Fleming's Nursery Manager Jess Fleming to hear about the opportunities …
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In today's National Rural News: wild weather lashing much of the country, safety on rural roads in the focus, a super-sized avocado variety gaining traction - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Nine Radio
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National Rural News Friday August 30 2024 In today's National Rural News: Supermarket profits in the billions, New South Wales bird flu restrictions begin to ease, calls for better use of technology in biosecurity measures - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See o…
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Australia's tree nut industry is expected to grow in the coming years. Almond and Macadamia orchards will reach maturity in the next few years..opening up a range of export opportunities. Experts say it will help meet growing demand, particularly in India and China. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Rabobank analyst Pia Piggott about the expecte…
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National Rural News Thursday August 29 2024 In today's National Rural News: Nationals renew call for apology over PM's joke, Dairy farmers concern about rising power costs, cotton supply to outweigh demand - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/lis…
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The Nationals are calling on the Prime Minister to explain and apologise for a joke he made at a gala celebrating rural women's achievements. Anthony Albanese has refused to apologise for a joke he made about banning the live sheep trade. He has clarified the joke to the Western Australia Premier, Roger Cook. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Na…
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National Rural News Wednesday August 28 2024 In today's National Rural News: Agriculture power bills soar, farmers to rally in Canberra, anger over dumping of local dairy products in Northern New South Wales hospitals - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnyst…
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Industry bodies are welcoming a new report into the competitiveness of the wine industry. Dr Craig Emerson, who recently handed down his report into the relationship between suppliers and retailers in the food production sector will lead the inquiry. Rural Editor Emily Minney caught up with Australian Grape and Wine Chief Executive Lee McLean to di…
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National Rural News Tuesday August 27 2024 In today's National Rural News: Calls for local dairy products to be restored in health facilities, surging power prices put strain on agriculture, Victorian Premier heckled at Bush Summit - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodc…
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There are growing concerns the federal government isn't doing enough to safeguard Australia's agriculture industry. The Federal Nationals are using National Biosecurity Week to press the government for answers on how it plans to fund biosecurity measures - and to push for the introduction of a container levy. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Le…
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National Rural News Monday August 26 2024 In today's National Rural News: Bogged down farmers take to the skies, improving regional Australians scam preparedness, a sugar mill turns 150 - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…
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A new challenge has been launched aimed at funding innovation, and solutions in the agriculture sector. The Australian Agri-Renewables Innovation Challenge provides up to two-million-dollars in funding to fast-track new technologies and services. Rural Reporter Rhiannon Soliman-Marron caught up with Charles Sturt University's Agriculture Centre of …
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Red meat production remains strong - according to latest figures. An Australian Bureau of Statistics report shows lamb slaughter has lifted to its highest number on record with 7.2 million head processed this quarter. Beef production has also risen 14% since the last quarter. Rural editor Emily Minney caught up with Meat and Livestock Australia Mar…
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In today's National Rural News: the construction union placed into administration, politicians in North Queensland for the annual bush summit, exports to China on the rise - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Nine Radio
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The Telecommunications Ombudsman is calling for improved regulation of the industry amid ongoing complaints from regional communities. More than 51,000 complaints were made about regional connectivity between 2021-2024. Rural reporter Emily Minney caught up with ombudsman Cynthia Gebert to hear more about the regulatory framework which she believes…
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In today's National Rural News: sheep quip deemed to be in bad taste, connectivity complaints, egg supply to return to normal - plus the latest from the markets and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Nine Radio
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National Rural News Wednesday August 21 2024 In today's National Rural News: Farmers increasingly fed up with government, water storage levels on the Murray Darling Basin increase, retirees head to the bush - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/li…
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The Murray Darling Basin Authority's Annual Operating Outlook is showing high levels of water storage..improving confidence for the new water year. There are approximately 770 gigalitres more water in active storage at the end of July, compared to the long term average of 6 thousand and 7 gigalitres. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with MDBA River …
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National Rural News Tuesday August 20 2024 In today's National Rural News: Nationals call for urgent action against fire ants, high confidence in the egg industry, 3G network shutdown pushed back - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for …
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Farmers are welcoming a decision to further extend the shut down of the 3G network. Telco's Optus and Telstra were due to phase out their networks from the end of the month, but farmers were concerned they wouldn't be able to upgrade all their equipment in time. The deadline has been pushed back to October. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with New …
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National Rural News Monday August 19 2024 In today's National Rural News: Dangerous levels of chemicals found in NSW feeder river, some bird flu restrictions in Victoria begin to ease, concerns the agriculture workforce isn't adequately monitored - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.l…
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The New South Wales Opposition is demanding answers after testing on a river in the New South Wales Central West showed extensive levels of P-FAS chemicals. Samples of foam taken from the Belubula River showed more than 18-hundred times the safe limit for a drinking source. The chemicals are linked to cancer, hormone and immune issues and developme…
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National Rural News Friday August 16 2024 In today's National Rural News: Varroa mite detected in Victoria, Exports rebound, Alpaca Show begins, Central West New South Wales Wines on display - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…
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Wineries from New South Wales Central West and Blue Mountains will showcase some of their best drops this weekend. Winemakers are gearing up for the annual Wines of the West festival held at the Carrington Hotel in Katoomba. Products from Megalong Valley, Bathurst, Orange, Mudgee and beyond will be on display. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with H…
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National Rural News Thursday August 15 2024 In today's National Rural News: Extensive water contamination in the New South Wales Central West, Growers reaction to Queensland's Food Farmers Commissioner, Avocados being dumped by the major supermarkets - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://b…
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There are concerns a bumper Avocado harvest could lead to more supermarkets dumping produce. Production is up 20 percent, but hundreds of kilograms of the produce is being dumped due to cosmetic reasons, like marks on the skin. A service battling food waste by the major supermarkets is turning its sights to Avocados. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke…
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National Rural News Wednesday August 14 2024 In today's National Rural News: Calls for regions to have greater say in climate targets, concerns the gap between rural and metropolitan healthcare is widening, crane operators on notice - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPod…
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There are concerns gaps in access to healthcare between regional and metropolitan areas are worsening. New figures from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare suggest rural Australians are being hospitalised for preventable ailments. The report shows one in 18 hospitalisations were classified as potentially preventable in 2021-22. Rural Edi…
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National Rural News Tuesday August 13 2024 In today's National Rural News: Agriculture minister invited to visit the Murray Darling Basin, The Ekka continues, and Australia's newest Strawberry - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…
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A new variety of Strawberry has debuted at the Ekka, and is hitting supermarket shelves. The Stella variety has been developed in collaboration between Hort Innovation and local Queensland growers. It's more resistant to climate change, disease and pests. Rural Editor Emily Minney has spoken with Berries Australia Executive Director Rachel MacKenzi…
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National Rural News Monday August 12 2024 In today's National Rural News: Strike action at one of the nations largest sugar mills continues, could regional G-P's leave the workforce?, renewed campaign against phasing out the live sheep trade - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/Rur…
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Unions representing workers and the operators at the Wilmar Sugar Mills are being urged to focus on the crush -- with strike action likely to continue over the coming weeks. The long running pay dispute is on track to reach binding arbitration in September -meaning the decision by the arbitrator is legally binding and enforceable. But Canegrowers A…
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National Rural News Friday August 9 2024 In today's National Rural News: Murray Darling water allocation costs soar, a win for regional communities in New South Wales, sheep and wool producers encouraged to take up refreshed learning program - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/Rur…
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A valuable resource for sheep producers has been relaunched -- to make access to information easier and more flexible. The Making More from Sheep program has been updated into a 12 module program, with the latest on sheep industry research and information. The Australian Wool Innovation's M-M-F-S modules are now also accessible by e-learning. Rural…
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National Rural News Thursday August 8 2024: In today's National Rural News: Beef exports surge, charity raises the alarm about potential REX collapse, could Australia have its own coffee bean production industry - plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.c…
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Researchers at Queensland University have carried out genomic sequencing of Arabica coffee...in the hopes Australia can produce its own coffee bean. There are concerns coffee quality could slump, as climate change impacts the cooler high altitude areas where coffee is produced. The coffee industry is considered the most valuable agricultural commod…
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