Smart Farm Fence Enhances Biodiversity with Landcare’s Gallagher Grants

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Smart Farm Fence Enhances Biodiversity

Watch the Video Here I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Matt Stephenson near Bairnsdale in East Gippsland. Matt’s family farm has a rich history, but it’s not just a place of agricultural tradition; it’s also a sanctuary for native flora and fauna. Thanks to a Landcare Gallagher Grant, Matt has embarked on a journey to improve and protect … Read More

Self Sufficient Farm Drives Production With Bees

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Self Sufficient Farm Drives Production With Bees

WATCH VIDEO HERE Introduction: This week, in the scenic Buchan Valley, we meet Wayne Fisk, who is embarking on a fascinating journey back to beekeeping. Wayne’s connection with bees goes way back to his 20s, but life took him in a different direction. Now, he’s back in this idyllic location, sharing his aspirations for a Self Sufficient Farm as he … Read More

Hanging a gate easily and accurately with a Drop Hinge Kit

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Hanging a gate easily and accurately

Hanging a gate easily and Accurately (Watch Video) Installing gates can be a challenging and frustrating task, but today, we’re about to introduce you to a game-changer – the drop hinge kit. Whether you’re working with steel or timber posts, this innovative solution will revolutionize the way you hang your gates. Say goodbye to complicated installations and hello to ease … Read More

Troubleshoot Electric Fence Problems, Earth Diagnosis

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Electric Fence Problems Solved!

If you’ve ever had issues with your electric fence, you’ve probably heard the common phrase, “It might just be a bad Earth.” But how do you test it, and more importantly, how can you fix it? In this blog post, we’ll explore some straightforward ways to troubleshoot your electric fence problems by testing your electric fence’s Earth. We will then … Read More

Solar Powered Farm Water

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We all know the benefits of keeping stock out of dams. Doing so has benefits from a production point of view and also improves soil management. Thanks to solar technology now becoming cheaper and more accessible, there is a cost effective option for good paddock management.

Biodynamic Farm

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I recently had the privilage of spending time with Simon McLachlan at his farm, Gooligulch, in the Yarra Valley. Simon, previously an Avocado farmer from Queensland has a pedigree in conventional agriculture and found his way to Biodynamic farming after observing impacts of chemical use on his farm and viewing an episode of Landline back in the ’90’s. Simon is … Read More

Fenceline Gate Hinges

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FenceLine Gate Hinge

In a rather “unhinged” review, I recently used Fenceline Gate hinges. Designed and made in Australia by Peter Barrett, the man behind Fenceline Solutions, these gate hinges are seriously good. Seriously, these things will revolutionise the way you fence with Steel end assemblies. The results are in, steel is just better. The problem has always been hanging a gate off … Read More

Adaptamill Pipe Spinner

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Adaptamill Pipe Winder

The Adaptamill is a great pipe winder that makes dealing with poly pipe an absolute breeze. The solid steel construction makes the winder super tough and able to cope with a large range of reel and pipe sizes easily. The ball bearing in the spigot results in effortless winding out or in of the pipe. The included handle allows for … Read More

Fence Stirrup

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Fence Stirrup

The Fence Stirrup by Stephen Larsson allows hikers, hunters, surveyors and farmers to cross over barbed wire fences using the steel posts on the fence line as a handy ladder. Attached in seconds, these small but highly effective gadgets are surprisingly strong and stable. Either removing them after crossing or leaving them up for the return trip, the small, easily … Read More

Survival First Aid

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Survival First Aid Kits

Survival First Aid is a range of first aid kits and an app that promises to make emergencies easier to manage and respond to.

Mobishear Electric Foot Parers

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Mobishear Foot Paring Shears

Mobishear Foot paring shears make trimming feet an absolute pleasure. These powerful trimmers with specially designed paring head allow careful, fast and easy animal husbandry. Combining the power of 37mm electric secateurs with and Australian made and designed foot paring head makes one of the least liked jobs on the farm an absolute pleasure. With up to 12 hours of … Read More

Lift and Lock

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Lift and Lock

Lift and Lock Allows the safe lifting of loads up to 150kg by one person. The unique webbing strap design reduces the bulk and weight. The multiple rollers in the system reduce the load by mechanical advantage and heavy items can be lifted single handedly. The small size and weight of the device means that it can be permanently stored … Read More

Grunt Versa Strap

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Grunt Versa Strap

The Grunt Versa Strap allows the quick and secure bundling of gear and accessories for storage and transport. With a rated 40Kg capacity for the mid sized 40cm strap, it’s plenty strong too. A safer and more convenient alternative to bungy cords, removal is fast and simple. There could be a bundle of uses for these in your shed. Available … Read More

Walters Universal Steel Post Grab

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Walters Universal Post Grab

Walters Universal Post Grab makes removal of steel posts simple, safe and easy, using a range of equipment from car winch or jack to tractor. The solid steel design of the post grab means you will only ever buy this tool once. With plenty of room to fit a D shackle r chain, the block can mount to virtually any … Read More

Stiffstay Wire Netting

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Stiffstay Mesh Fencing

Stiffstay Wire Netting is a strong reliable wire mesh that comes in so many customisable configurations that it is the future of mesh fencing. Manufactured in Albury, NSW the revolutionary joining knot allows for configurations not available before from wire netting fencing. The wire mesh also features top and bottom high tensile line wires to allow running out of this … Read More

Davo’s Fencing Clip

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Davos Fencing Clip

Davo’s Fencing Clips are proudly made near Casterton, Victoria, and posting to the world. The clips make attaching any wire to posts super easy and fast. The patented design makes fencing a breeze for anyone and removal and repairs as easy as reaching for the drill. A dynamic husband and wife team, Nicole and Rod look forward to hearing from … Read More