Country Today

Country Today - February 5th


Listen Later

South West Farmers are still being encouraged to apply for an On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Grants  of up to $5,000. You’ll hear how there is help available for filling out the applications.

Inland wetlands are crucial for the survival of many bird species, some of which are critically endangered. There’s now a new pictorial guide to 52 species of wetland birds in Victoria's North East.  

The Little Desert fire in Western Victoria that was under control has been boosted due to a wind change. You’ll hear from a farmer who has been up all night trying to contain the fire  

The plant we know as sago weed is actually a native and could be used as an additive to make gluten free bread more elastic, resulting in fluffier loaves

With talk of a federal election soon, farmers are renewing their call for pricing transparency from the major supermarkets. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Country TodayBy ACE Radio