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Is Baw Baw Shire’s current farm zoning holding it back from tourist dollars?

Is Baw Baw Shire’s current farm zoning holding it back from tourist dollars?

A proposal to build two glamping pods sparked a lengthy debate on whether the council should approve more developments on agricultural land.

Jacob Wallace
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This Tinamba West farm has 16 automated robots milking cows 24-hours a day

This Tinamba West farm has 16 automated robots milking cows 24-hours a day

Alister Clyne says moving to a mechanical dairy might not be for everyone but the benefits outweigh the risks.

Jacob Wallace
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WATCH: Get a mouthful of Gippsland's new million dollar industry

WATCH: Get a mouthful of Gippsland's new million dollar industry

Oyster farming has been a huge success near Lakes Entrance and expansion is on the way.

Jacob Wallace
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Get a mouthful of Gippsland’s new million dollar industry: Oysters

Get a mouthful of Gippsland’s new million dollar industry: Oysters

A trial started in 2022 has been hugely successful, now there are plans to expand.

Jacob Wallace
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“The driest season for 40 years”: Gippsland farmers aren’t confident about the future

“The driest season for 40 years”: Gippsland farmers aren’t confident about the future

Increases in the cost of feeding cattle along with decreases in the price of milk solids are squeezing dairy farmers throughout the state.

Jacob Wallace
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Could selective breeding hold the key to less hot air from the Gippsland herd?

Could selective breeding hold the key to less hot air from the Gippsland herd?

Researchers suggest shopping around for top-notch DNA could make cattle less gassy and more profitable.

Zara Cuthbertson
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“It’s too dry to sow”: Gippsland farmers months behind schedule

“It’s too dry to sow”: Gippsland farmers months behind schedule

With water catchments under strain and crop planting months behind schedule, anomalies in weather are shifting opinion in the agricultural community.

Jacob Wallace
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“Why take that risk?” Gippsland farmer questions government's decision to let in US beef

“Why take that risk?” Gippsland farmer questions government's decision to let in US beef

The change, announced in July, means such imports will be allowed into Australia for the first time since 2003.

Jacob Wallace
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“$40,000 per turbine per year”: Wind farms offer farmers security and stability

“$40,000 per turbine per year”: Wind farms offer farmers security and stability

Lindsay Marriott said the turbines on his property have allowed him to increase productivity and upgrade old buildings.

Jacob Wallace
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Gippsland farmers lend a helping hand to drought-stricken West Vic with 14 truckloads of hay

Gippsland farmers lend a helping hand to drought-stricken West Vic with 14 truckloads of hay

A run from Orbost is helping feed struggling herds across the south west, as a heartfelt return of support given five years ago.

Jacob Wallace
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Glenaladale community remains concerned as minerals project moves towards test phase

Glenaladale community remains concerned as minerals project moves towards test phase

The Fingerboards mine was criticised by the state Minister for Planning in 2021 but a new proposal could go ahead.

Jacob Wallace
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“The benefits have been massive”: The solar energy system saving dairy farmers time and money in Gippsland

“The benefits have been massive”: The solar energy system saving dairy farmers time and money in Gippsland

The Clydebank couple said after energy bills skyrocketed a new solution had to be found.

Jacob Wallace