Best Level Nine Productions Podcasts (2025)

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National Rural News Friday September 26 15:42

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In today's National Rural News: supporting the regions through the renewable energy transition, horse stolen from a Dubbo property, fire ant review welcomed -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Supporting the regions through the renewable energy transition 4:25

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A report has found coordinated action is needed to support the nation's transition to renewable energy. The Regional Australia Institute is pushing for a national framework, to coordinate investment for local projects. Rural Reporter Toby Gough spoke with Chief Executive Liz Ritchie about the report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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National Rural News Thursday September 25 15:41

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In today's National Rural News: the potential cost of an invasive beetle outbreak, calls for more flexible kangaroo control measures, farmers warn about social media snaps in canola fields -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…

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Addressing wind turbine failures 3:42

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Experts are raising concerns about the frequency of wind turbine failures in the country. More than a dozen turbines at a wind farm in the New South Wales central west have been shut down, after a blade snapped in a storm. Rural Reporter Dusty Fitzpatrick with Monash University Professor Amin Heidarpour. Listen to the full interview above or Subscr…

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National Rural News Wednesday September 24 15:42

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In today's National Rural News: The Senate Inquiry into South Australia's harmful algal bloom concludes in Canberra, a new treatment measure is on the horizon for PFAS-contaminated waters, farmers plea with the QLD Government to keep shooting permits -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://…

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Bioengineers discover new solution to treat PFAS chemicals 3:53

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A new magnetic resin could soon be used to strip out dangerous PFAS chemicals in water ways. Queensland University scientists have developed the technology, which traps the substances in sewerage for safe treatment. Rural Reporter, Toby Gough, spoke with Project lead, Dr. Cheng Zhang, about the breakthrough. Listen to the full interview above or Su…

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National Rural News Tuesday September 23 15:35

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In today's National Rural News: 'Rural Generalist' - formally recognised as a specialist medical field, warnings for potential parasitic worm activity in NSW, a honey bee genetic improvement program begins its first trials -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See …

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'Rural Generalist' - formally recognised as specialist medical field 4:17

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'Rural Generalist' has been recognised as a specialist medical field within the country's healthcare system. RGs are General Practitioners with additional training in emergency medicine and other disciplines. The recognition follows six years of lobbying by the RACGP. Rural Reporter Dusty Fitzpatrick spoke with the college's Vice President Doctor R…

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National Rural News Monday September 22 15:42

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In today's National Rural News: Warnings over government's emissions reductions targets, funding to combat locust swarms, the best fresh fruit retailer named -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Farmers respond to the federal government's climate targets 4:55

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Lobby groups are welcoming the federal government's climate targets -- but warn it cannot be a one size fits all approach. The federal government aims reduce emissions by 62 to 70 per cent over the next decade. But the National Farmers Federation says while the targets are important, it cannot come at the cost of agriculture. Rural Editor Emily Min…

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National Rural News Friday September 19 15:42

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National Rural News Friday September 19 In today's National Rural News: The federal governments latest climate targets, Nationals push back on a plan to import bananas from the Philippines, Australian grain growers nervous after China's latest trade deal -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: htt…

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Mandatory process for wool growers wishing to have their wool tested 4:46

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Wool producers are being reminded from January next year, they'll be required to provide their Property Identification Code to their broker From next year it'll be mandatory for growers to provide their PIC if they want their wool to be tested. The aim is to improve traceability efforts in the event of a biosecurity threat. Rural Editor Emily Minne…

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National Rural News Thursday September 18 15:41

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National Rural News Thursday September 18 In today's National Rural News: Horticulture industry faces a mass exodus of growers, could Australia soon import bananas from the Philippines?, the first mango tray of the season goes under the hammer-- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/R…

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Horticulture industry faces a mass exodus of growers 5:13

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A new report warns two in five growers are considering leaving the horticulture industry. AUSVEG has found 62 percent of farmers feel they are financially worse off than 12 months ago. It's also found compliance costs across the horticulture sector exceeds 200 million dollars. Rural Editor Emily Minney discussed the report with AUSVEG spokeswoman L…

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National Rural News Wednesday September 17 15:42

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National Rural News Wednesday September 17 In today's National Rural News: New climate change report warns food security at risk, lobby groups concerned about lagging assessment times by the farm chemicals regulator, mop top found in potatoes purchased in stores -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podc…

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Climate Risk Assesment paints a dire picture for the future of agriculture 4:09

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The federal government has released the National Climate Risk Assessment warning agriculture and irrigation will be among the sectors affected if rising temperatures aren't addressed. Reduced amounts of stock feed, increased biosecurity threats and fruit sunburn in the horticulture sector are among some of the key concerns in the ag sector. The Nat…

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National Rural News Tuesday September 16 15:42

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National Rural News Tuesday September 16 In today's National Rural News: Small abattoirs welcome parliamentary inquiry into regional food production, tractor sales begin to increase, concerns methane emissions from groundwater not being monitored -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.…

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New probe aimed at better suppoting paddock to plate businesses 4:19

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The federal government is launching a parliamentary committee to determine how to better support regional food production. The probe aims to identify ways to support small and medium businesses through better branding, labelling and certification. Submissions close on the 17th of October. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Australian Food Soverei…

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National Rural News Monday September 15 15:42

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National Rural News Monday September 15 In today's National Rural News: Dairy production tipped to fall this season, wool industries call for unity on sustainability, Australian canola fields visible from space -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.c…

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Australian milk production projected to fall again this season 5:28

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Australian milk production is expected to fall again in the current season, by nearly two percent. The decline is being exacerbated by ongoing drought conditions and feed shortages. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Rabobank's Senior Dairy Analyst Michael Harvey about the figures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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National Rural News Friday September 12 15:42

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National Rural News Friday September 12 In today's National Rural News: Drought pressures could delay virtual fencing rollout, expert warnings about bird flu outbreak, a new trade agreement to benefit apple growers -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystud…

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Apple growers gain easier access to North American markets 5:03

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The Apple industry is broadening its export markets, after a new trade deal was signed with Canada. Fresh apples can now be shipped to the North American country without fumigation or cold treatment. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Fruit Growers Victoria services manager Michael Crisera about the new market See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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National Rural News Thursday September 11 15:42

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National Rural News Thursday September 11 In today's National Rural News: Drought Forum wraps up for another two years, new digital cotton tracing platform hopes to safeguard the industry, more than 2 dozen jobs slashed at Bulla Dairy Foods -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/Rur…

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New digital cotton tracing platform hopes to safeguard the industry 3:51

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A new digital platform is being developed to help cotton farmers better meet market demands. It's hoped the Australian Cotton Industry Data Platform can boost efficiency and strengthen traceability and transparency by improving communications and automating data. It's being developed by Cotton Research and Development Corporation. I spoke with Inno…

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National Rural News Wednesday September 10 15:43

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National Rural News Wednesday September 10 In today's National Rural News: Export values grow by $5 billion, fodder production workshops launched, technological innovation the focus of meat processing sector -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/…

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Export values grow by $5 billion off the back of record red meat production 4:34

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The value of Australian Agricultural Exports has surged $5 billion in the past financial year off the back of red meat exports reaching an all-time high. It's the second highest export year on record with agriculture now accounting for just over 15 percent of the nation's total exported goods. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Bendigo Bank Agrib…

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National Rural News Tuesday September 9 15:42

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National Rural News Tuesday September 9 In today's National Rural News: Trade restrictions imposed on Tasmanian potatoes, SA government launches advertising campaign to prop up seafood industry, fodder prices coming down from record highs -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/Rural…

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Hay and straw prices coming down from record high levels 4:15

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Fodder prices have begun to fall, after hitting record highs in winter. Pasture hay hit a peak of $700 a tonne in July but farmers are now paying between $440 - $530 a tonne. Despite easing prices, the industry warns supply pressures could remain heading into the warmer months. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Australian Fodder Industry Associa…

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National Rural News Monday September 8 15:42

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National Rural News Monday September 8 In today's National Rural News: Farmers and industry convene for the National Drought Forum, concern U.S tariffs on Australian goods could rise, food security to focus of the NSW CWA branch -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcas…

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Farmers and politicians gather for the National Drought Forum 4:40

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Politicians, lobby groups and industry are coming together to discuss the drought hampering much of Southern Australia. The National Drought Forum gets underway in South Australia today. The National Farmers Federation will be joined by producers and government to discuss ways to better manage dry conditions. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Pr…

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National Rural News Friday September 5 15:42

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National Rural News Friday September 5 In today's National Rural News: Industry calls for standardised strategy for mulesed wool, avocado industry eyeing new export markets, a rough timeline for virtual fencing in NSW -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnys…

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Avocado industry eyeing new export markets 5:18

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The Avocado industry is looking to broaden its export markets after years of oversupply. 150 thousand tonnes of avocados is forecast for the 2026 season, a similar level to what has been produced in recent years. China has been touted as the next major export market. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Avocados Australia Chief Executive John Tyas …

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National Rural News Thursday September 4 15:42

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National Rural News Thursday September 4 In today's National Rural News: New milk season starts with a dip in production, winter storms delay exports from WA, ACCC cracking down on cartel activity -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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New milk season starts with a dip in production 3:35

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The national milk production figures for the new milk season show a four percent decline on last year. 556 million litres of milk was produced across the country in July, the first month of the new milk season. Analysts say the production figures are being influenced by colder temperatures and drought pressures. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with…

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National Rural News Wednesday September 3 15:43

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National Rural News Wednesday September 3 In today's National Rural News: APVMA considers new regulations for pesticide use on berry crops, SA Tomato grower's trade restrictions lifted after more than a year, the economic benefit of the wine industry -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://…

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Agriculture inches closer to becoming a $100 billion industry 3:58

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A new report from the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences forecasts the agriculture, fisheries and forestry sectors are tipped to reach a combined value of more than 100 billion dollars this financial year. The figures is being driven by elevated livestock production. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with ABARES Exe…

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National Rural News Tuesday September 2 15:42

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National Rural News Tuesday September 2 In today's National Rural News: Four Aldi suppliers accused of price fixing, cattle production tipped to reach a new record, Australian apples hit U.S supermarket shelves for the first time -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodca…

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Australian apples hit U.S supermarket shelves for the first time 5:27

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Australian grown apples have entered the United States market for the first time. Soluna apples, known domestically as Bravo, will be shipped to China next year, but exporters have sent two containers to the U-S to trial demand there. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with WA Farm Direct Commercialisation Manager Sean Englebrecht about the efforts to…

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National Rural News Monday September 1 15:42

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National Rural News Monday September 1 In today's National Rural News: Regional Investment Corporation given a billion dollar boost, Rural Road Safety Month gets underway, New technology hoped to disrupt algal blooms -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnyst…

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Farmers furious over late night passing of energy bill 2:49

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Controversial legislation allowing energy companies access to prime agricultural land has passed Victorian Parliament. The legislation introduces new powers energy providers building transmission towers and other renewable energy projects to enter private land with support from police. Farmers are voicing their frustration and anger at the plan, wh…

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National Rural News Friday August 29 15:42

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National Rural News Friday August 29 In today's National Rural News: Potato mop-top detections in Tasmania grow, Industry concerns about a retailer's push to gain access to NLIS, government funding to bolster the sheep industry supply chain -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/Rur…

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$5000 boost to a South Australian drought recovery project 3:36

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The South Australian government will continue to fund a series of workshops to support producers struggling through the drought. The Red Meat Challenges Program delivers targeted workshops and community events focusing on livestock management, recovery planning and resilience. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Livestock SA Chief Executive Travis…

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National Rural News Thursday August 28 15:42

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National Rural News Thursday August 28 In today's National Rural News: New report warns services likely to be underfunded and understaffed in the regions, 43 million dollar investment in drought resilience in NSW, dairy land values reaching all-time highs -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: ht…

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New report warns services likely to be underfunded and understaffed in the regions 4:37

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A new report warns critical services like aged care and mental health support are harder to access in the regions. The Anglicare Australia report has found regional services are more likely to face underfunding, short-term contracts and staff shortages. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Executive Director Kasey Chambers about the findings See om…

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National Rural News Wednesday August 27 15:42

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National Rural News Wednesday August 27 In today's National Rural News: Wool production forecast falls again, questions raised about pork industry's quality assurance scheme, calls for biosecurity reform -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/list…

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Australia's wool production forecast dips further 3:30

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Australia's wool production is expected to hit levels not seen in more than a century. The latest estimate from the Australian Wool Production Forecasting Committee suggests 251.5 million kilograms of wool will be produced this financial year, down 10.2% year-on-year. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Committee Chairman Stephen Hill about the la…

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National Rural News Tuesday August 26 15:43

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National Rural News Tuesday August 26 In today's National Rural News: 12 million dollars in bird flu preparedness funding announced, freight industry reacts to federal government's new national strategy, bolstering Queensland's biosecurity-- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/Rural…

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Industry reacts to the federal government's updated freight and supply chain strategy 4:51

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The Freight Industry is welcoming the federal government's updated National Freight and Supply Chain Strategy. Since the strategy was first implemented in 2019, the sector has faced a range of challenges, including the pandemic, delays and route damage due to weather, and global tensions hampering trade. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Freight…

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National Rural News Monday August 25 15:42

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National Rural News Monday August 25 In today's National Rural News: Major dairy company moves to sell its consumer brands, questions over PFAS contamination in regional NSW, bolstering the supply chain with new National Freight Strategy-- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNe…

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Advocates raise the alarm about the spread of fire ants through Central Queensland 4:10

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A shipment of bricks is being blamed for the spread of Red Imported Fire Ants into Central Queensland. Nests have been detected at five mine sites in Bowen's Basin. It comes six weeks after a fire ant nest was uncovered at a mine site in Broadmeadow - the region's first detection. Rural Reporter Toby Gough spoke with The Invasive Species Council's …