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Elders and Jumbuck Pastoral to celebrate 100,000th cattle milestone - 20 Aug 2010Elders and Jumbuck Pastoral will achieve a significant milestone on Monday, 23 August when a consignment of 1,800 will tip the total cattle traded between the two companies during the last 13 years to more than 100,000 head of cattle.
Agronomists to grow their skills at Naracoorte - 16 Aug 2010
More than 40 broadacre agronomists from South Australia and Victoria will converge on Naracoorte in SAs south east from 17 to 19 August for the annual Elders Regional Agronomy Conference. The focus of the conference will be to update the knowledge of Elders agronomists on industry trends and developments which they can pass on to clients.
Livestock staff to beef up their skills at Tamworth - 6 Aug 2010
More than 30 livestock specialists from New South Wales will converge on the Tamworth region from 10 to 11 August for a tailored Elders livestock training course. The two-day theoretical and practical course is part of a nation-wide training program and will focus on all aspects of livestock, including handling, animal welfare, transport and how to build lasting client relationships.
Elders welcomes new wool customer solutions manager - 2 Aug 2010
As Australias largest trader of greasy wool, Elders has welcomed the highly respected Ken Meng back to Australia to take up the role of Wool Customer Solutions Manager. Mr Meng has worked in Elders Shanghai, China office since 2003 and has more than 35 years experience in the Chinese textile industry as well as time spent in Australia and New Zealand as a wool buyer for Chinese mills.
New Finance Deal for Grain Farmers - 30 Jul 2010
For the first time across Australia, farmers will be able to leverage their stored grain on-farm as security for a loan following an agreement between Elders Toepfer Grain (ETG) and Rural Bank. ETG Managing Director Mark Thiele said a combination of international market conditions and fluctuating prices in certain sectors meant farmers now want more control over their profit margins and maximising working capital was a critical component.
Elders launches Diploma of Agriculture - 28 Jul 2010
Elders has announced an industry-first Diploma of Agriculture that will see the leading agribusiness boost the number of industry graduates and expand its team of highly skilled specialists across Australia.
New Face at Elders Financial Planning - 7 May 2010
Elders Financial Planning (EFP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Bendall as Regional Sales Manager, North.
Acquisition sows the seeds for global success - 6 Nov 2009
Elders today announced the acquisition of its seed company PlantTech by Adelaide-based seed supplier Seedmark.
Elders and AUSVEG forge strategic partnership - 28 Sep 2009
Elders Chief Operating Officer Mike Guerin and AUSVEG Chief Executive Officer Richard Mulcahy today announced that AUSVEG and Elders have forged a new strategic partnership.
Elders Toepfer Grain to offer growers on-farm warehouse program - 14 Sep 2009
Elders Toepfer Grain is set to add a new dimension to the nations grain storage and supply chain structure.
Historical China opens doors to an exciting new Australian tradition - 24 Aug 2009
The fine food market is an exciting niche opportunity in China which is now being targeted by some of the most established names and traditions in Australian agriculture.
Elders Toepfer Grain again among first accredited bulk wheat exporters to win renewal. - 14 Aug 2009
Elders Toepfer Grain has been named amongst the first group of wheat exporters to secure renewal of accreditation by Wheat Exports Australia.
Business as usual for Elders insurance - 31 Jul 2009
The management and provision of Elders insurance products and services to Elders clients is set to remain unchanged following todays announcement of the sale of Elders Insurance Limited to QBE.
Opportunity knocks at Elders for young people - 14 Jul 2009
Young people with career aspirations in Australias rural sector are being offered the opportunity to apply for a national traineeship program with leading Australian agribusiness Elders Rural Services. Applications for the second intake of trainees are now open.
Investor Centre email error - 18 May 2009
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RabbitScan - a national-spot-a-rabbit campaign - 8 May 2009
Elders is a proud partner sponsor of RabbitScan, a nation-wide challenge for community and schools to help scientists map where rabbits are located.
Fertiliser price fall for WA growers as Elders announces second urea shipment - 28 Apr 2009
The price of fertiliser available to Western Australian grain growers has decreased further with Elders announcement of a second shipment of urea. With a second shipment in transit, Elders is now offering fertiliser at $599 per tonne, excluding GST.
Positive outlook for Elders Rural Services - 16 Feb 2009
Buoyed by the continuing demand for Australian agricultural commodities, Elders Rural Services has entered the second half of the current financial year with a positive outlook.
Rural News
Greens seek mining law changes - 2 Sep 2010The Greens will seek to change federal environmental laws to oversee problems caused by Queensland's mining boom.
Truss denies Nats have lost any power - 31 Aug 2010
Nationals leader Warren Truss denies the party has lost some of its influence thanks to the new bargaining position of the three regional independents.
Apple genome mapped - 30 Aug 2010
One of the world's most popular fruits, the apple, has been genetically sequenced, an exploit that could lead to crisper, juicier and more flavoursome harvests.
Abbott sells bush credentials - 29 Aug 2010
Tony Abbott is pushing the coalition's bush credentials hard while trying to turn the tables on Labor in the policy costings debate.
Independent MPs to see files denied PM - 27 Aug 2010
Australia's three country independents will soon have access to confidential information that even Prime Minister Julia Gillard won't be allowed to see.
SA nurses to take industrial action - 27 Aug 2010
South Australian nurses will take industrial action from Monday as a dispute over staffing levels continues.
Melbourne to host UN poverty conference - 27 Aug 2010
The largest United Nations event ever to be held in Australia begins on Monday - and it will focus attention on poverty and our place in a troubled region.
India dreams of 'chateau mango' - 27 Aug 2010
Researchers in northern India say they have developed a wine made from mangoes that they hope might one day compete with the traditional grape-based variety.
Independent MPs to get costings briefing - 27 Aug 2010
The three independents likely to decide which of the two major parties forms a minority government have been given the go-ahead to receive Treasury briefings.
Victoria to increase planned burning - 27 Aug 2010
The Victorian government has agreed to boost fuel reduction burns across the state, in line with the bushfire royal commission's recommendations.
Black rice could be greatest 'superfood' - 27 Aug 2010
Black rice - revered in ancient China but overlooked in the West - could be one of the greatest "superfoods", scientists say.
Boot camp prepares for locust invasion - 27 Aug 2010
A training camp has been held in South Australia for more than 100 people who will battle an expected locust plague in spring.
Brown talks to Gillard, Swan - 27 Aug 2010
Australian Greens leader Bob Brown says he's held constructive talks with Prime Minister Julia Gillard about Labor forming a minority government.
Scientists publish key grain genome - 27 Aug 2010
A consortium of scientists has published the first genome for wheat, an achievement that should benefit food security challenged by Earth's surging population.
Shorten triggered ousting: Langdon - 26 Aug 2010
Victoria's lower house whip Craig Langdon says Labor powerbroker Bill Shorten was one of the 'faceless men' who triggered his pre-selection loss.
Rural MP confident of govt deal - 25 Aug 2010
Three rural independents who could decide who's Australia's next PM are formulating a roadmap to power that they'll present to both leaders.
Death threat absolute rubbish: Katter - 25 Aug 2010
Police have confirmed they spoke to coalition MP Peter Lindsay but won't say if it was about an alleged death threat by independent MP Bob Katter.
Ridley returns to profit - 24 Aug 2010
Agribusiness Ridley Corporation Ltd has returned to profit and says more bottom-line improvements are expected in the 2010/11 financial year.
Murray-Darling plan must be priority: SA - 24 Aug 2010
South Australian Premier Mike Rann says the next federal government must release the plan for the Murray-Darling Basin as soon as possible.
Aussies need internet capacity: Telstra - 24 Aug 2010
The NBN may be up in the air, but a Telstra tech boss says the more capacity the better when it comes to broadband.
AWB recommends Agrium takeover offer - 24 Aug 2010
AWB has recommended shareholders accept Canadian agribusiness giant Agrium Inc's $1.23 billion all cash offer for the Australian wheat exporter.
Water supply passes three-year high - 24 Aug 2010
Melbourne's water storages have passed the 40 per cent full milestone after steady winter rain.
Labor always does poorly in Qld: Fraser - 24 Aug 2010
Queensland Treasurer Andrew Fraser says the federal election result for Labor is not unusual in historical terms and should not spark concern in the party.
Climate debate win a no-brainer - 24 Aug 2010
John Brumby adjudicated over a high school debate on his government's climate change policy, and his choice of winner was a no-brainer.
Lobster season cut in SA - 24 Aug 2010
Two months have been slashed from the rock lobster fishing season in South Australia to ensure lobster numbers remain sustainable.
Qld govt moves to protect farm land - 24 Aug 2010
Some mining operations will be banned on Queensland's best agricultural land under a plan released by the Queensland government.
Flooding to save Murray red gums - 24 Aug 2010
Managed flooding of more than 16,000 hectares of an endangered red gum forest along the Murray River will ensure it remains healthy.
Wheat gains on Russia's fall crop - 24 Aug 2010
Wheat prices advance as questions mounted about whether Russian farmers will be able to plant a normal crop this autumn.
SA rural sector could rebound: govt - 23 Aug 2010
South Australia's rural sector could rebound strongly this year if grain prices remain high to the end of harvest, Agriculture Minister Michael O'Brien says.
Crook should side with Abbott: Palmer - 23 Aug 2010
Mining magnate Clive Palmer says the WA Nationals' Tony Crook should support an Abbott government.
Melbourne water restrictions eased - 23 Aug 2010
Melbourne households will be able to water gardens at any time and wash cars at home for the first time in four years when water restrictions are eased.
Mining tax may go, broadband to stay - 23 Aug 2010
Mining tax is all but scrapped, broadband might go ahead and markets in for rocky ride as uncertainty remains over election result, economists say.
Labor's Cheeseman sweats out Corangamite - 23 Aug 2010
Corangamite Labor MP Darren Cheeseman is scrutineering the final votes for his knife-edge seat.
Fonterra sets export record - 23 Aug 2010
Fonterra says it has set a new export record, sending 2.1 million tonnes of product to international markets for the first time in its nine-year history.
'Kingmaker' Katter says he needs a rest - 23 Aug 2010
Kingmaker Bob Katter will spend Monday morning catching up on rest ahead of crucial meetings to decide the next government.
Nats counting on maverick WA MP - 23 Aug 2010
Nationals leader Warren Truss is confident he can rely on a newly-elected maverick who ended Wilson Tuckey's 30-year parliamentary career.
Middlemount coalmine gets resource boost - 23 Aug 2010
The Middlemount coalmine in central Queensland has had a major upgrade of its resource estimates.
Regional health groups like poll result - 23 Aug 2010
Regional health groups say a hung parliament could be good for the bush.
Another election possible, say Oakeshott - 23 Aug 2010
A key independent has warned another election might be needed if agreement can't be reached with the major parties.
Tough measures will stop the boats: Libs - 22 Aug 2010
The second illegal boat to be intercepted in Australian waters in just 24 hours shows strong policy is needed to stop people smugglers, the coalition says.
ETS is my priority, Oakeshott says - 22 Aug 2010
Independent MP Rob Oakeshott says an emissions trading scheme should be a key policy of any government he and other independents will help to form.
Minority governments not new for states - 22 Aug 2010
Australia's states and territories have had more than 10 minority governments in the past 20 years, most proving stable in power.
Pilbara JV dead say BHP Rio execs - 20 Aug 2010
The $130 billion Pilbara iron ore production joint venture between BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto is highly unlikely to go ahead, according to a report.
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