Ancient plague mystery cracked after DNA found in 4,000-year-old animal remains
Long before the Black Death killed millions across Europe in the Middle Ages, an earlier, more elusive version…
Virtual fencing is now legal in NSW. This is what you need to know
Virtual fencing has been legalised in New South Wales, with users of the technology already labelling it a…
EU unveils another plan to roll back green rules – POLITICO
The Commission will stress-test the Birds and Habitats Directives in 2026 “taking into account climate change, food security,…
Rain brings relief across much of Victoria but the drought is ‘certainly not over’
Soaking rain has brought relief to dry paddocks across Victoria, but it will take months or even years…
Man removes 18km of barbed wire fencing from Victorian property to save wildlife
When conservation photographer Doug Gimesy moved to his property in the Otways in south-west Victoria last year, he…
Europe lost its drive for humane animal transport. Denmark hasn’t. – POLITICO
Member countries have been at odds over how to handle transport in hot weather, the movement of young…
NSW seeks federal support for world-first mRNA foot and mouth disease vaccine
Scientists are preparing to submit a potential breakthrough vaccine preventing foot and mouth disease (FMD) in livestock for…
How wild bird poo testing in northern Australia is helping keep eggs on the shelves
It is early morning on a remote Northern Territory beach, but the heat and humidity are already stifling.…
Goat salami on Australian shelves as industry looks to expand domestic market
Australia is the world’s biggest goat meat exporter, but Australians are among the least likely in the world…
Spring outlook positive for east coast farmers, but some still struggling
A bumper spring is expected for livestock producers, and grain growers are anticipating the nation’s third-largest crop on…
Drones blasting AC/DC and Scarlett Johansson are helping biologists protect cattle from wo
For millennia humans have tried to scare wolves away from their livestock. Most of them didn’t have drones.…
Agriculture, fisheries and forestry in Australia set to be worth record $101b
The value of agriculture, fisheries and forestry production in Australia is set to reach a record $101.6 billion…