Cotton Australia has reported that 20% of Australia’s cotton crop has been damaged this season, representing an area of 60,000 hectares and a cost to the industry of around $20 million dollars, perhaps the worst level of damage for 30 years.

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Good waste management on farms is essential to ensure a safe, healthy and productive farming enterprise. All owners and occupiers of land in Australia have obligations under legislation to ensure that their farm waste does not affect the environment. ..

Sheep worms cost Australian sheep producers $369 million each year. Based on Meat and Livestock Australia’s latest national flock size estimates, worms cost farmers on average more than $5 per sheep every year.  ..

From the start of 2015, all Australian students undergoing nationally recognised training need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).  ..

The use of any chemical product containing Fenthion ceased after October 2015 following a 12 month phase out period by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA). ..

 Internal parasites in sheep are a perpetual challenge to owners, especially for those operating in high rainfall or intensive conditions, and cost producers $369 million each year.  ..

Control Weeds (AHCPMG301A), is an AQF level 3 unit of competence and is included in five training packages including Sport, Fitness and Recreation, Racing, Health, Forestry Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management.
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Controlling weeds and insect pests in domestic gardens, public parks and ovals requires an operator to be at the top of their game. ..

Fruit fly costs the nation roughly $300 million a year in control and lost markets, with over 75% of Australian fruit and vegetable exports susceptible. ..

When planning a weed control strategy, setting goals is the first step. But what is considered a good result in holistic terms? ..