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Heat waves disrupting production of one of France’s biggest exports: wine

Posted by Small Farms | Jul 30, 2019 | Plants |

France, along with a wide swath of Europe, is in the middle of a sweltering heat wave this week — its second major heat wave so far this summer.

Magnificent Merinos: Designer clothing, sportswear and Sunday roast

Posted by Small Farms | Jul 29, 2019 | Uncategorized |

From the catwalk to dinner tables, the Merino has proved to be a flexible breed and new research has confirmed its versatility can be boosted to improve both wool and meat traits.

Egg industry to take the pulse of the nation

Posted by Small Farms | Jul 29, 2019 | Animals |

Australians are invited to participate in an extensive nation-wide research program aimed at understanding attitudes towards the Australian egg industry.

Swatting fruit fly in Victoria

Posted by Small Farms | Jul 29, 2019 | Animals |

Victorian councils and community groups are set to find local solutions to Queensland Fruit Fly, with the Andrews Labor Government’s grants program to help manage the serious plant pest.