The Land (Australia)

The Land is an English-language newspaper that was first published in Sydney and later moved to North Richmond, New South Wales. It is owned by Rural Press, which is part of the Fairfax Media group. The newspaper has been in circulation since 1911.

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Ghost mines set for new life: farmers on watch as hidden gems discovered

1 day ago | theland.com.au | Nick McGrath |Nick Mcgrath |Eliza Spencer

Old ghost mines that have sat dormant for decades could be brought back to life after new exploration revealed the potential to discover more hidden gems.
Legume variety that controls disease and thrives in acidic soils on the way

1 day ago | theland.com.au | Emily Middleton

Australian National University and Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development researchers Rosy Raman, Dr Alison Bowman, Dr Nay Chi Khin, Edward Asare and Dr Harsh Raman. Picture supplied. Imagine a crop that could help control disease, improve soil fertility and produce high yields in acidic soil - it almost sounds too good to be true.
How artificial insemination allows beef producer to look to NZ genetics

1 day ago | theland.com.au | Emily Middleton

Matt Cheetham, Wallabadah, runs a herd of 400 Angus and black baldy cattle over two properties in the Central West. Picture by Emily Middleton. After taking up an artificial insemination (AI) program five years ago, Matt Cheetham, Wallabadah, has been able to look further afield in sourcing the most suitable genetics for his commercial operation.
Beacon of the Narrabri community dies, funeral service in Tamworth

1 day ago | theland.com.au | Simon Chamberlain

Rob Southwell, formerly of Narrabri, died on Friday, May 9 in Tamworth after a short illness. Picture supplied by his familyA former Narrabri resident who had a long career in furthering the interests of rural Australia and was described as a beacon in his community has passed away.
Forward contracts of $9/kg for heavy lambs locks in spring deliveries

1 day ago | theland.com.au | Simon Chamberlain

Min Northey and Bill Thurling, Baronlonga Pastoral, Kikiora, near West Wyalong, sold the top price pen at Wagga with 137 Tarella White Suffolk/ Belswick Merino-blood lambs at an estimated carcase weight of 40kg for $339.20. Picture by Helen DeCostaForward contracts of $9 a kilogram for lambs are being issued for late winter in early spring, as competition from "everywhere" seeks candidates for the processing chains.
Skip the fattening: Rylstone born and bred cattle off to feedlot, firm to market

2 days ago | theland.com.au | Emily Middleton

Steven Evans, Coomber, Rylstone sends his Poll Hereford, Angus and black baldy steers to feedlots. Picture by Emily Middleton. Steven Evans, Coomber, Rylstone, is chasing hybrid vigour in his cattle. That's why his 200 head of cattle are made up of Poll Hereford, Angus, black baldies, and a cross between the two.
Finish line in sight for cotton pick in the southern valley and northwest

2 days ago | theland.com.au | Simon Chamberlain

George Duddy, Hudson, Blackville and his contract picker, Harry Elms, Breeza, harvesting dryland cotton on Mr Duddy's property. Picture by Simon ChamberlainDespite the worrying drought conditions in the Riverina and southern areas of NSW, irrigated cotton growers on the Murrumbidgee system have been blessed by a good season and associated yield increases.
Turtle Creek is an exceptional 112 acre Clarence Valley lifestyle property

3 days ago | theland.com.au | Mark Phelps

Turtle Creek is an exceptional 46 hectare (112 acre) lifestyle property in the heart of the Clarence Valley.
Stanford Poll Herefords continue to be in demand, despite seasonal challenges

3 days ago | theland.com.au | Emily Middleton

Ryan Carpenter, Nutrien Bathurst; Liam and Brian McCormack, Laggan; and Michael Rutherford, stud principal, pictured with the first top-priced bull Stanford Uncle Bill U070. Picture supplied. Stanford Poll Hereford genetics continued to be in demand at the 2025 bull and female stud sale in Bathurst, despite usual western NSW and Queensland clients unable to operate due to seasonal challenges.
Photos | World Angus Expo draws crowd from around Australia, the world

3 days ago | theland.com.au | Simon Chamberlain

View +12 PhotosPictures supplied by Eri Jinnaka, RabobankThe Tamworth leg of the World Angus Forum, the World Angus Expo, was described as a fantastic success and a delight to the organisers.