Canola variety impresses with yield result
19 March 2004: In May 2003 55ha of Hyola 60 canola was planted at Paspaley Pearls Farms at Kurrajong Park, Coolah. Farm agronomist, Andrew McFadyen (left) said he chose Hyola 60 because it has the potential to take advantage of the softer climate and finish usually experienced at Coolah. The 2003 crop yielded an average of 3t/ha with 48 percent oil.   View full article

Harsh environment no match for Taipan
19 March 2004: Sustaining a flock of stud merinos over winter without a winter feed crop, is a very expensive proposition. No one knows this better than Errol Brumpton of "Well Gully Merino Stud", a 3030 hectare intensive wool and sheep meat property at Mitchell in Western Queensland.  View full article