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Concrete water tanks are advantageous for keeping bacteria low, being resistant to temperature fluctations, and reducing the acidity of rainwater.

Water testing can reveal hidden problems

New research on rainwater tanks found they can also harbour potentially harmful bacteria and metals that could pose health risks.

6 October, 2026

More regular prescribed burns may also contribute to better support of field crews and local knowledge by building deeper operational expertise. It trains agency staff and CFA crews in actual fire behaviour, keeps forest track networks open, and creates burnt ground from which firefighters can mount safe suppression strategies.

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Study fuels debate

‘Later lambing pays off’ was published in the June edition of Wimmera Farmer, and received a high commendation for senior journalist Mark Rabich at the recent Rural Press Club of Victoria. The story was included in all five papers in the Wimmera Mallee News Group, including the Wimmera Mail-Times.

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Wimmera Mallee News shines at awards

Boolah’s new Wilkur Trial Farm will open its gates for the first time on September 10, giving Wimmera and Mallee growers a close look at commercial-scale trials under real farming conditions.

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Farm margins take centre stage as Wilkur Trial Farm opens its gates

Dadswells Bridge stud farmer Ellie McDonald founded her own stud, Hopea Suffolk Stud in 2011, and Hopea White Suffolk Stud in 2013.

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Reports of lambing season success

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Farmer fined $15,000 for sheep neglect - feature photo

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Farmer fined $15,000 for sheep neglect

PSS Ag team members Mick Thornett, Matias Ochoa, owner David McGavin and OptiSoil owner Ned Skehan in front of the Radicle Lab based at their Horsham office at 80 McPherson Street.

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PSS Ag bringing ‘radicle’ innovation to farming

Grizzly Engineering's Wheel Track Renovator II has been purpose-built to restore wheel tracks while maintaining an exceptionally smooth finish.

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Award-Winning Technology for Smoother Paddocks

Blockage monitoring across a 16.8-metre (56-foot) John Deere 1870 ConservaPak bar has become a “no-brainer” at Cove Station in the West Wimmera. It also ensures evenness of seed and fertiliser application right across the working width.

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Avoid the dread of viewing seeding misses at harvest

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Managing Director of McPhersons, Chris McPherson, stocks one of the largest ranges of Goldacres boom parts and spraying equipment in the local area.

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McPhersons for farm business success

If you’re weighing regularly on the farm, a Gendio system can cut costs, save time, and improve accuracy.

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Built for Mallee Farms: Gendio Modular Steel Weighbridges

Kevin Emonson (left) and Les Down, Speed Lions Club's 2025 life member inductees, have contributed to the Mallee Machinery Field Days at Speed since its inception.

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From humble beginnings: the history of the Mallee Machinery Field Days

Ouyen district farmer Deane Munro benefits from The Clean Water Project.

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Cleaner water gives Mallee farmers a confidence boost

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