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Urea Smuggling: A Current Global Challenge

Urea Smuggling: A Current Global Challenge Article by: Hari Yellina (Orchard Tech) The production of the chemical peaked at an all-time high of 6.3 million tonnes in 2021 thanks to the uninterrupted gas supplies to the urea plants last year on revised government policy. This compared with an annual average demand of around six million […]

2022-01-10

Meat accounts for 60% of the Greenhouse Gasses in Agriculture

Meat accounts for 60% of the Greenhouse Gasses in Agriculture Article by: Hari Yellina (Orchard Tech) The global production of food is responsible for a third of all planet-heating gases emitted by human activity, with the use of animals for meat causing twice the pollution of producing plant-based foods, a major new study has found. […]

2021-12-17

Precautions for Working in the Heat

Precautions for Working in the Heat Article by: Hari Yellina (Orchard Tech) It is a known fact that the weather can get really hot in Australia. Working outdoors is extremely taxing if the right precautions are not taken. The weather can be dry heat if one is working in inland areas that are away from […]

2021-12-03

How to Secure a Farming Job in Australia

How to Secure a Farming Job in Australia Article by: Hari Yellina (Orchard Tech) Agricultural or farm work in Australia is an exceptional way to earn cash and experience the rich and diverse culture of the nation. Nevertheless, farm work in Australia is often also very physically demanding and thus the worker needs to make […]

2021-12-01

The Seasonal Worker Program in Australia

The Seasonal Worker Program in Australia What is the Seasonal Worker Programme? The Seasonal Worker Programme is an initiative that offers various employers in the agricultural world the opportunity to employ a reliable, persistent and returning workforce when the local Australian workers are not able to withstand the seasonal demands. However, this applies to selected […]

2021-10-28

Backpacker Work/Jobs in Australia

Backpacker Work/Jobs in Australia One of the most essential aspects that continue to fuel the success of the Australian agriculture industry is backpackers. Backpackers are foreign tourists, usually young in age, travelling through and visiting Australia. This name has been derived because of the backpack that they walk around with as they are travelling. Even […]

2021-10-28

Farm Jobs/Work in the Northern Territory

Farm Jobs/Work in the Northern Territory One of the most important domains that fuel the economic sector of the Northern Territory is agriculture. In fact, farming is also closely linked to retail and wholesale trade, which in turn stimulates economic returns. In 2019-20, the horticultural department contributed approximately $649 million to the NT’s economy. Nevertheless, […]

2021-10-28

Farm Jobs/Work in Tasmania

The weather in Australia can be compared to that of an engine! The winds and the rains bring about the freshest air and thus the agricultural climate is extremely productive. Adding to the climate, the rich and nutritious soil cooks up a perfect recipe for favourable harvesting. It cannot be denied that Tasmania is mostly […]

2021-10-28

Farm Jobs/Work in South Australia

Farm Jobs/Work in South Australia Australia is a hub of agriculture and horticulture! South Australia covers a total area of around 983,300 square kilometres and is home to approximately 1.7 million people. The most abundant industry that is found in this region is the grain industry. This includes wheat, barley, oats, oilseeds, minor cereals and […]

2021-10-28

Find Farm Jobs/Work in Queensland

Find Farm Jobs/Work in Queensland Queensland may be classified as the largest agriculture producing state in the entire nation of Australia. Its agricultural industries comprise of plant industries, such as field crops, horticulture and forestry and animal industries like livestock and livestock-related products. In fact, this state has the highest proportion of land area in […]

2021-09-03

Find Farm Jobs/Work in New South Wales

New South Wales (NSW) is an Australian region that offers various opportunities when it comes to the agricultural department. New South Wales covers a total area of around 800,400 square kilometres and is home to approximately 7,861,700 people. Out of this total area, 81 per cent is occupied by agricultural land. This land is majorly utilized […]

2021-09-03

Find Farm Jobs/Work in Victoria

Without a doubt, Victoria is Australia’s largest producer of agricultural goods, which include food and fibre products. Moreover, the items that are produced are responsible for making up over half of Victoria’s exports. It is impressive to know that this region produces up to $17.8 billion worth of agricultural produce and also contributes heavily to […]

2021-09-03

Almond Harvesting Jobs in Australia

Almond Harvesting Jobs in Australia Australia is the second-largest exporter of almonds! However, this feat was not achieved overnight. The origins of the almond crop occurred in Adelaide Hills and the industry expanded into the South Australian Riverland. Almond harvesting is totally dependent upon the variant of the nut. Nevertheless, as a rule of thumb, […]

2021-09-03

Dairy Farm Jobs/Work in Australia

Dairy Farm Jobs/Work in Australia Which industry proves to be a pillar of support for the Australian economy? The dairy industry! In fact, this sector is one of the most crucial ones because it generated approximately 8.8 billion litres of milk last year. Additionally, this domain is directly responsible for fuelling a great percentage of […]

2021-08-26

Fruit Picking/Harvesting Jobs in Australia

Fruit Picking/Harvesting Jobs in Australia Article by: Hari Yellina (Orchard Tech) In the world of agriculture, proper harvesting is one of the crucial processes that determine whether the season has been successful.  There are various ways in which the fruit industry handles its harvesting procedure. It is majorly dependent on the type of crop that […]

2021-08-26

Grain Harvest Jobs & Wheat Harvest Jobs in Australia

Grain Harvest Jobs & Wheat Harvest Jobs in Australia Wheat: The Super Grain of Australia When it comes to harvesting grains, wheat is a major winter crop grown in Australia. The sowing commences in autumn and the harvesting is based on the climatic conditions of the season. According to a general rule of thumb, wheat […]

2021-08-26

Farm Jobs/Work in Sunraysia

Farm Jobs in Sunraysia Out of all the districts present in Australia, Sunraysia may be identified as the economic centre of the country. This area is located in north-western Victoria and south-western New South Wales in Australia. Because this region is mostly known for its bright sunshine, the name ‘Sunraysia’ goes perfectly well with the nature of the district. Another […]

2021-08-25

Learn About Citrus Farm Work & Citrus Picking in Australia

Learn About Citrus Farm Work & Citrus Picking in Australia Article by: Hari Yellina (Orchard Tech) The opportunity to work on a citrus farm is truly one of a kind. Moreover, working on a farm in Australia enables one to view the country through a different lens. In fact, it is a great way to […]

2021-08-25

Learn About Farm Work & Farm Hand Jobs in Australia

Learn About Farm Work & Farm Hand Jobs in Australia Article by: Hari Yellina Farm Work: An Extensive Background When it comes to farming and the agricultural world, it is actually a lot more diverse than people perceive it to be. Not only do the duties vary according to the season, but the work duties […]

2021-08-25