Country Today - December 18th
from Country Today Hosted by ACE Radio
The spring flush of lambs hitting the market might have been delayed, but it's now well and truly underway. Farmer confidence in Victoria is at a four year high. In fact, Victoria was the only state to buck the national, with farmers in all other states reporting a decline in confidence. Dairy processors offer incentives to farmers to produce milk outside of the peak spring season, to maintain a consistent, year-round supply. But is it worth it for the farmers? Grain growers in the Western District have been pleasantly surprised by the season’s turnaround. With some of the best crops ever grown. Livestock transporters are pushing back against plans to significantly increase road user charges.
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