Agriculture

Grampians Olive Co. Clinches Triple Gold Victory at 2023 Australian Olive Awards

In a triumphant sweep, Grampians Olive Co., the foremost olive producer in the Grampians region, has secured two Gold medals and the prestigious Champion Best in Class title at the recent 2023 Australian International Olive Awards. The recognition underscores the company's commitment to quality and sustainable farming practices. The spotlight shines on Grampians Olive Co.'s…

16 November 2023ByBen Tyers

Agriculture Victoria

The Best Alpaca Farms Near Melbourne

When the hustle and bustle of Melbourne city life gets overwhelming, a visit to one of the picturesque alpaca farms nearby can be the perfect escape. These gentle creatures offer a unique and memorable experience that's sure to delight tourists, especially those aged 25-45. Also Read: What's the Difference Between Llamas and Alpacas? Here, we'll…

4 October 2023ByThe Editor

Agriculture

What Is Community Supported Agriculture?

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a distinctive food distribution system that offers an exciting opportunity for consumers to directly support local farmers while gaining access to fresh, locally sourced produce. This article will delve into the world of CSAs and explore the benefits and considerations surrounding this sustainable, community-centric approach to food. Community Supported Agriculture…

4 October 2023ByThe Roustabout

Agriculture

The Most Popular Goat Breeds in Australia

The goat is well and truly part of the farming mix in Australia, with the first goats arriving on land with the First Fleet in 1788. There are many types of goat in Australia, history suggests that cashmere goats arrived in South Australia as early as 1837, and angora goats arrived in the 1860s which…

29 September 2023ByThe Editor

Agriculture

5 Kinds of Sheep That Don’t Need Shearing

Self-shedding sheep are a unique and fascinating breed of sheep that have the ability to shed their own wool. These sheep have been bred to have shorter, finer wool fibres that are easily shed from their bodies, eliminating the need for shearing. This trait has been developed through selective breeding, and has been found in…

1 September 2023ByThe Roustabout

Agriculture

Are Teacup Pigs Legal in Australia?

A teacup pig is a small breed of pig that has been bred to be especially small. They are also sometimes referred to as miniature pigs or micro pigs. Teacup pigs are usually no more than a few feet tall and can weigh anywhere from 10kg to 50kg when fully grown, depending on the specific…

11 August 2023ByThe Roustabout

Agriculture New South Wales Victoria

Why Mildura Is a Grape-Growing, Wine-Producing Mecca

Editor's note: Here at The Local Rag we aim to be as transparent as possible when covering all of the amazing things to see and do around regional Australia. For this story, the author travelled to Mildura on invitation from Duxton Vineyards to find out more about its Rewild range. When I think of Australia's…

16 May 2023ByBen Tyers

Agriculture

Unleash the Power of Celtuce

Celtuce is a unique vegetable that is gaining popularity in the culinary world due to its versatility and nutritious properties. Also known as stem lettuce or asparagus lettuce, celtuce is a type of lettuce that is grown for its stem rather than its leaves. The stem is crunchy and has a mild flavour, making it…

1 February 2023ByThe Roustabout

Agriculture

What Is Cow Tipping?

Cow Tipping is a supposed prank or dare in which a person or group of people sneak up on a sleeping cow and push it over. The idea is that the cow will be caught off guard and will fall over, unable to get back up. This practice is often depicted in popular culture, such…

23 January 2023ByThe Roustabout

Agriculture

What Is the Difference Between Llamas and Alpacas?

Llamas and alpacas are both members of the camelid family, which also includes camels. They are similar in many ways, but there are some key differences between the two. Llamas are larger than alpacas, and they have a more rectangular body shape. Llamas also have longer necks and legs, and their ears are larger and…

1 December 2022ByThe Roustabout

Agriculture

Knickers the Rather Large Cow Is Quite Large

Great news across the world this morning as Knickers the cow became front page news once again. Knickers' story is not exactly new, the ABC reported on Knickers back in October, and The Project did the same. But having been picked up by Deadspin, and Mashable in the U.S this morning, Knickers story is back where…

28 November 2018ByBen Tyers

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