South Australian agriculture

Sunday, September 20

Councils considering GM crop opt-out after SA ban lifted

South Australian councils are considering whether to apply to keep a ban on genetically-modified crops in their areas, with one southeastern council already flagging its intention to allow GM farming ahead of a public consultation.

Pizza hunger drives Asian mozzarella sales

The growing Asian appetite for pizza is helping to boost mozzarella sales for the state’s largest cheesemaker.

Hot summers and slightly salty irrigation water makes the region of Keith in the South East of South Australia ideal for growing Lucerne. Supplied image

South Australian seeds shoot for new markets

A growing customer base in Europe, a low Australian dollar and increasing domestic sales is helping a South Australian seed company flourish.

SA-invented weed "terminator" enters full production

Manufacturing of a South Australian invention that pulverises weed seeds during the harvesting of grain crops is ramping up to a full commercial launch.

Crops threatened by dry September

Some of the Australia’s prime agricultural regions have reported record low September rainfall, threatening an already downgraded estimate for crop production.

Milk crisis a boon for SA independent farmers

The consumer backlash against below-cost milk prices over the past month has caused a big windfall for a South Australian milk company that pays its farmers well.

Feds to review 'backpacker tax'

The Federal Government will take another look at the so-called backpacker tax, set to kick in from July, amid concerns it could impact agriculture and tourism industries.