Farm Weekly

Farm Weekly holds the title of Western Australia's top-selling rural newspaper and has earned the loving nickname 'the bible of the bush' from its readers over the years. As it marks its 100th year in 2022, Farm Weekly continues to stay true to its loyal audience. The publication provides a mix of news, insights, and stories that highlight both successes and challenges. It also offers the latest market updates and technological advancements, accessible through various media platforms, including both print and digital formats.

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Ruby takes a big step in subclover harvesting, addressing an ageing problem

2 days ago | farmweekly.com.au | Perri Polson

UWA student Ruby Wiese with her subclover trial plots. Picture supplied. Thirty years isn't anything to be worried about when it comes to age, however when it comes to Australia's primary subterranean clover seed harvester, the Horwood-Bagshaw, thinking about a modern replacement makes sense. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
"We aren't drought-declared, but we are certainly water deficient"

2 days ago | farmweekly.com.au | Brooke Littlewood

Pingaring farmer Evan Wyatt said more needed to be done to help drought-proof farming communities, particularly when it came to agricultural purposes beyond livestock. Picture by Jeni Wyatt. Pingaring farmer Evan Wyatt moved to full-time cropping in 2020, after dry conditions forced him to cart water every second day for sheep. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Keep the Sheep hits pause for now: "We created something to be proud of"

3 days ago | farmweekly.com.au | Brooke Littlewood

Keep the Sheep has seen thousands of people come together, roll up their sleeves and remind the country what real Australia looks like. Picture by JoshFernandes studio. Keep the Sheep is mothballed for now - but organisers say it is not the end. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
WA grain industry well placed to meet reporting requirements, says academic

3 days ago | farmweekly.com.au | Perri Polson

Emanuel Gomez, University of Western Australia, said sustainability reporting may seem like an overwhelming task, but doing so positions growers to receive market premiums. Picture by Perri Polson. Providing data to prove onfarm sustainability is quickly becoming another job for farmers to fit into their day. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
A day dedicated to agriculture keeps Wheatbelt students keen on school

4 days ago | farmweekly.com.au | Perri Polson

Student leaders, Brandon Morison (left) and Blair Chandler with science teacher Doreen Zhou speaking about the PRIMED program. Picture via the Wyalkatchem DHS Facebook page. Each Thursday is a special day for Wyalkatchem District High School's year 9 and 10 students, because it is a full day dedicated to learning about primary industries. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
WA mutton and lamb prices rise, with more competition on the auction floor

4 days ago | farmweekly.com.au | Brooke Littlewood

Elders Livestock manager WA Wayne Peake said prices were moving in a positive direction and anyone with sheep would be rewarded. Picture Jodie Rintoul. Western Australia's sheep industry is talking about prices again, with lotfeeders, processors and interstate demand, seeing more competition on the auction floor. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
How the Hallett family at Boyup Brook up to a 170 per cent lambing percentage

4 days ago | farmweekly.com.au | Brooke Littlewood

There is a big focus on managing a profitable prime lamb production system at the Hallett family's Boyup Brook farm. Inset: Anthony Hallett with son Mitchell. Pictures by Brooke Littlewood. Boyup Brook farmers, the Hallett family, is achieving up to a 170 per cent lambing percentage, with a combination of maternal composites and Merinos giving its lamb operation additional flexibility. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Vintage machinery still does the trick for community crop at Perenjori

5 days ago | farmweekly.com.au | Perri Polson

The Lanz DT Bulldog (left), Field Marshall and KL Bulldog out in the paddock. Picture supplied. Volunteers for the Carnamah-Perenjori Football Club's community crop got the job done the old-fashioned way last weekend, putting vintage machinery to use. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
"The mask would come on when I got out of the car and walked onto the rail"

6 days ago | farmweekly.com.au | Brooke Littlewood

Tiny is one of WA's most sought after auctioneers, raising more than a whopping $45 million for charity. He is also an advocate for mental health and suicide prevention. Pictures by Brooke Littlewood and Kane Chatfield. Robert 'Tiny' Holly sat on the front porch at his grandparent's Walkaway farm, as music from a local radio station played softly in the background. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Trails are all around if you know where to look, and not just for walking

1 week ago | farmweekly.com.au | Perri Polson

There are trails for people of all ages in WA. Picture by Katie Stevens. Across Western Australia, there are journeys of all kinds to be had, and a number of ways of which to traverse them. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperMore than just walking and hiking, some of WA's trails can be completed via mountain biking, four-wheel driving, horse riding, kayaking and snorkelling.