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Bushfire Preparation and Management for Small Farms

The threat of fire is a year-round risk in Australia. However, for anyone living on – or managing – a small farm, a long hot summer and the onset of the declared fire season is the time to be proactive and to prepare for bushfires.

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Planning & management

Hobby farm tax deductions and business structures in Australia

As with any new business, starting a small farming business can be a daunting task. The fact that there are different taxation rules that apply specifically to small businesses in the agricultural sector can complicate matters even more.

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Getting started

John Deere Expands Commercial Zero-Turn Radius Mower Lineup

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Machinery & products

Choosing a tractor for your small farm

An important decision for any farm, no matter the size, is tractor selection. The tractor needs to right for your application and your budget, so there are many things to consider.

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Machinery & products

John Deere Redesigns the 3038E Compact Utility Tractor

Resulting from extensive customer feedback, John Deere updates its ultra-reliable 3E Series compact utility tractors by reintroducing a customer favourite as an even more capable and intuitive machine. The redesigned 3038E is more versatile, durable and easier-to-use than ever, offering a consistent styling package across the Compact Utility Tractor portfolio.

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All you need to know about livestock scales for weighing animals

As a farmer, your success depends upon the health of your livestock. It is important to have a tangible way of weighing and measuring livestock. In order to do so, livestock scales are used to measure the weight of large animals like sheep, cattle, goats, grain, dogs, etc. The benefits also include increased profits and better livestock management.

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Livestock

Huge strides for virtual fencing

Virtual fencing is a step closer towards becoming a commercial reality, courtesy of a new partnership between Melbourne-based agri-tech startup Agersens and international agricultural innovation powerhouse Gallagher.

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Part 1 - Electric Fence vs Traditional fence: what's the best choice for small farms?

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Planning & management

5 Expert Tips for Buying Eco-friendly Farm Sheds

Buying an eco-friendly shed for your farm could be a bit challenging. Due to the wide array of materials and design options available online, you need to be well-informed before making a buying decision. If you are planning to install an environmentally friendly shed, you should pay attention to these valuable tips.

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Machinery & products

Study shows 1 in 2 Aussies would consider living in a shed home

A shed home lifestyle might not be everyone’s aspiration, but it’s an option many are considering with a landmark study revealing 46% of Australians would consider living in a shed home.

A steel kit home, commonly known as a 'shed home', is based on the classic home frame with stud wall framing and roof trusses.

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