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Jun 11, 2025 Innovative coffee trials in the Northern Territory suggest a promising future for local coffee cultivation. Legal disputes around a horticultural project spark conversations about land rights and environmental concerns. The push for streamlined business approvals aims to simplify agricultural efforts. Meanwhile, efforts to control invasive gambagrass are ongoing, impacting both local ecosystems and coffee growing potential. Livestock market updates bring insights into cattle pricing and upcoming agricultural forums, highlighting the dynamic nature of Northern Australia’s farming landscape.
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Cotton Harvest and Value-Added Fodder
- The cotton harvest near Catherine has started with stockpiling to maintain peak ginning efficiency.
- Cotton seed byproduct is widely used as cattle fodder, enhancing station productivity.
Kakadu Plum as Coffee Canopy
- Growing coffee under gubbinge (kakadu plum) trees creates beneficial dappled shade and reduces root competition.
- The gubbinge's deep roots and semi-deciduous foliage offer climate-smart advantages for coffee growth.
Approvals Fast Track Task Force Report
- The Approvals Fast Track Task Force submitted its report after six months but has not publicized recommendations yet.
- The task force aims to reduce approval timeframes and encourage risk-based approaches for government processes.