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A head for creative problem solving. A heart for regional Australia.

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@AndreH1007 Concerned about labour shortages and lack of younger dairy farmers.

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Darren O’Brien, Mondelez MD for Asia Pacific tells #globalfoodforum that the average age of dairy farmers In Tasmania supplying milk to Cadbury is 70. #DairyFarmer #agchatoz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

@AgCAREERSTART Redhanded is proud to support @NationalFarmers and others in the creation of @AgCAREERSTART. An important program to grow understanding of and participation in Aus agriculture. #agchatoz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Ewe-Reka! Recently, records were broken at the Bendigo sheep sale for 1.5-year-old ewes. A $516 sale was reached with a buying depth above $400 per head. There were more than 30,000 1.5-year-old ewes offered in Bendigo and drew a large crowd of agents and onlookers. #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Redhanded is delighted to welcome Lukas Meintjes (Art Director), Texas Williams (Copywriter), Alex Thomas (Designer) and James Allen (Intern). Growth, through hiring emerging talent, means we continue to delight our clients and drive Australia’s regional and rural revolution

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

According to @RabobankAUS, this season’s winter crop will reach $19.27 Billion in value, from an expected 52.87 million tonnes to be produced, 25% higher than the 5-year average. Canola prices had risen 12% and is now 56 per cent higher than a year ago. #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Following the canola drought in Canada, the smallest wheat crop in 20 years is coming from the USA. Russia’s and Canada’s wheat crops are also in strife and Australia’s demand is expected to skyrocket. Wheat prices remain steady at $405-$415. #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Redhanded is welcoming Metro Melbourne back to regional Australia with open arms following the end of the world’s longest lockdown. We pride ourselves on being the authentic voice connecting city and country, and the leader in communicating regional and rural Australians.

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

16,796 cattle were sold over the past week, following the EYCI closing at 1072.9c/kg. It is 30.8c/kg higher than four weeks ago and 254.4c/kg higher than last year. @MLA is reporting strong feedlot demand, with the national feeder steer leading the charge #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Latest #MoveToMore data from @RegionalAus and @CommBank reported in the @theweeklytimes has shown the number of people moving from capital cities to regional areas has continued upward. Migration to The Surf Coast Shire increased 57% in the year to September 2021 #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Here's why we think that the surge in metro migration to the regions is here to stay. COVID-19 is only the trigger. The real driver is a discontent with city life coupled with the desire to connect and to belong, which regional life promises. #agchatoz #movetomore

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

More than 15,000 tractors were bought in the 2020-21 financial year. Sales data from distributors the ag machinery sector reported that it's the highest numbers in 40 years. The Massey Ferguson 5700 S series and Fendt’s Vario 900 range were among the best sellers. #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

New amendments from @DELWP_Vic came into effect recently, farmers will now be allowed to build housing for up to 10 workers on 40ha or more without a planning permit. Under the amendment, ‘land used to accommodate a person engaged in agriculture production’. #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

In #AgChatOz, canola prices are 70% higher than what they were this time last year, at $700-800 per tonne. Prices are being boosted by a canola drought currently happening in Canada. With high market demand and favourable conditions it's expected to be a great harvest for 2021-22

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Redhanded supports reinforcing the farm safety message with @VFFMOFS new initiative ‘Making Our Farms Safer’, aiming to reduce on-farm injuries and deaths. Including free on-farm consultations to help family-run operations identify problems and improve farm safety #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Last week, @VicFarmers is administering the @VicGovAu Quad Bike Safety Rebate Scheme to provide rebates to farmers who install roll-over protection to existing quad bikes so that farm safety can improve and curb one of the biggest causes of deaths on Australian farms. #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Recently, @VicGovAg has launched the Australian Agriculture Visa for Southeast Asian Workers. @D_LittleproudMP Says, “We’re bringing the next generation of migrants to regional Australia” #AgVisa will see a cohort of agriculture workers arriving in Australia in 2022. #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Soon @VicGovAg and @VicGovDH will roll out projects to build resilience on farms. The new resilient farming communities projects are part of the $20M smarter, safer farms program, ensuring Victorian agriculture is safer, and more resilient. #Agchatoz

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[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Recently, @MLA reported that cattle prices are breaking records. Economists are forecasting saleyard prices in 2021-22 to rise by 12% to 702c/kg live weight. This comes after seasonal conditions are in their prime with great weather and confidence in the market. #AgChatOz

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

Redhanded is proud to support @VicFarmers in all aspects of farm safety #AgChatOz
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[Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) @VicFarmers]

There’s nothing more important than kids safety on farms.

Expressions of interest for our new Child Safety on Farms Steering Committee close at 5pm today.

Further details👇#vicfarmers

[redhanded @redhandedagency]

After the tragic accident in Gippsland last week, it is timely to remember that ATV's are the biggest cause of farm deaths. Count to five, before turning the key to pause, think and then act. We are proud to support @FarmsafeAust and @VicFarmers for safer, smarter farms #agchatoz