The first generation of commercial agricultural robots is making its way onto farms across Australia. However, for many the jury is still out on autonomy and whether the concept and products can prove themselves a valuable cost-effective tool. Sandra Godwin reports...
A cross-section of information that switched between education and production but with an overarching theme of leveraging change was heard at this year’s Turf Producers International (TPI) Conference. GROWTH talks to Karen Cooper, TPI’s Executive Officer, and other...
The strong interest in precision agriculture means turf growers have access to more data than ever before – but they need to first collect it and collect it properly to fully reap the technology’s cost-saving benefits. Katie Fisher explains. Precision agriculture is...
Australia’s first scientist to specialise in turf research, Peter McMaugh has been made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in this year’s Australia Day Honours. The industry stalwart is the first member of the turf sector to receive the honour, following on from...
The Bundaberg region’s rich red volcanic soil and sub-tropical climate make it perfect for growing a wide variety of horticultural crops year-round. But it’s the irrigation scheme built in the 1970s, to provide a more reliable water supply for the booming sugar cane...
Above: In November, Advance Turf completed their biggest order to date: supplying and laying 12,000 m2 of turf over three days as part of a track upgrade at the Swan Hill Racecourse. The phone has been running hot in the office at Advance Turf. It’s peak season for...
