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Rural Australia: Crop Focus, Farmers' Fight, Mouse Plague & Drought

Rural Australia: Crop Focus, Farmers' Fight, Mouse Plague & Drought

Update: 2025-12-07
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Todays episode delves into the transforming landscape of rural Australia, focusing on Victoria. The shift from mixed farming to crop-focused operations is evident, with a staggering decline in sheep numbers. Farmers are also challenging VicGrids compulsory access powers, expressing concerns about new transmission lines impact on farmland. A potential mouse plague looms, with experts advising preventative measures. Nikki Lyons sets a new world record in shearing, and the ongoing drought remains a significant worry for many Victorian farmers.

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Rural Australia: Crop Focus, Farmers' Fight, Mouse Plague & Drought

Rural Australia: Crop Focus, Farmers' Fight, Mouse Plague & Drought