Passionate farmers are taking part in a statewide trial to see if industrial hemp is a viable crop in WA’s variable climate.
Future faces of hemp
Time for regional towns to have ‘the talk’
With rising rates of domestic abuse in regional towns, a new sex education program aims to teach more than just the birds and the bees.
Agricultural shift to plant-based protein
CSIRO report finds a transition to sustainable farming could see our agricultural sector worth $25 billion by 2030.
Canola crushed by Instagram tourists
Farming towns have been forced to act on a recent surge of tourists traveling to take photos among flourishing crops.
Frack off Buru
Environmental protestors target oil and gas meeting today.
The last resort for WA farmers
Ravensthorpe farmers are restricting water usage to survive.
The women who shear
Experts say female shearers are on the rise, and the industry needs to adapt.
Women who shear
Although there are still less than 200 female shearers in Australia, there has been significant growth in recent years.
Frankenfood? The future of sustainable meat supply
Replacing conventional meat with something that is grown and sold – not slaughtered.
Will Australia say bon voyage to live exports?
Opponents of the live export trade get a million dollar boost.
Live export ban: Is it a legitimate option?
Is the proposed ban a rational idea or a response to media hype?
Minister says eat a rocky, support a cocky
West Australians are being urged to buy and enjoy rockmelon.
A haven for bees
WA is renowned world-wide for its bees and has a growing number of passionate beekeepers.
Claims popular herbicide causes cancer
But farming experts have dismissed the report.
Can avocado growers keep up with demand?
WA’s avocado industry is thriving, despite some ongoing challenges.
Eagles start building at Lathlain
But negotiations between the club and the new Perth Stadium have not been as easy.
Frost could ruin record crops
The next few weeks will be crucial for farmers.