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David Claughton

@claughtond

ABC, Executive Producer, NSW Rural team, journalist/song writer. Views are my own. Tweets on #agriculture #mining

 Sydney
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Joined July 2014
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Who’s right when it comes to how much carbon you can store in the soil? Soil scientist questions agricultural sector's carbon sink capacity in net zero quest - ABC News abc.net.au/news/2024-07-10/a…

Can agriculture really act as a carbon sink to neutralise the emissions of heavy polluters?

Agriculture will have to store carbon for the big polluters if Australia is to meet its net zero emissions target by 2050. But a leading researcher says the plan won't work. 

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Talk about a crazy double! abc.net.au/news/2024-07-07/m…
Monty Haron is a farmer one day and marriage celebrant the next

Monty Haron is a farmer one day and marriage celebrant the next

Follow the latest headlines from ABC News, Australia's most trusted media source, with live events, audio and on-demand video from the national broadcaster.

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It’s early days but this research could lead to a new and significant alternate use for previously unwanted wool. abc.net.au/news/2024-05-14/c…
Human hair and unwanted wool could be turned into a vital component for lithium batteries, resear...

Human hair and unwanted wool could be turned into a vital component for lithium batteries, resear...

Charles Sturt University researchers say synthetic graphite made from hair and wool offcuts could help meet growing demand for the mineral, which is used to make lithium-ion batteries.

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Now there’s a date it’s got pretty real for WA farmers. abc.net.au/news/2024-05-13/f…
'Tinging on anger': Australian sheep farmers in limbo after live export ban decision

'Tinging on anger': Australian sheep farmers in limbo after live export ban decision

Australian sheep farmers say they're angry after a live export ban, looming for years, has been confirmed.

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It’s a massive problem but regional communities don’t want these waste plants in their back yards. abc.net.au/news/rural/2024-0…

Why these residents say plans to fix city waste problems are like 'sitting on a time bomb'

Following protests in France, Australian residents are also out to stop waste-to-energy proposals for their towns as governments seek solutions to Australia's growing rubbish-management problem. 

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Farmers trial new tech to keep equipment running as 3G network shutdown looms abc.net.au/news/rural/2024-0…
Farmers trial new tech to keep equipment running as 3G shutdown looms

Farmers trial new tech to keep equipment running as 3G shutdown looms

As the shutdown of the 3G network approaches, millions of Australians are switching over their phones to make sure they are compatible with 4G. But farmers are facing a much bigger problem.

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Less chemicals on strawberries is a great thing. abc.net.au/news/rural/2024-0…
The tiny, blind, predatory mite engaged in a microscopic battle for one of Australia's favourite...

The tiny, blind, predatory mite engaged in a microscopic battle for one of Australia's favourite...

James Hill is breeding billions of tiny blind predatory mites that are packed on ice and posted to strawberry farms in the battle against destructive sap-sucking insects. 

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So how does the wine industry get to net zero? abc.net.au/news/2024-04-09/s…
Winery using more electricity than a small town turns to solar power as industry pushes to decarb...

Winery using more electricity than a small town turns to solar power as industry pushes to decarb...

One of Australia's largest wineries, Casella Family Brands, has installed almost 9,000 solar panels — enough to power more than 1,900 homes.

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Just in time for many NSW farmers. abc.net.au/news/2024-04-05/r…
Widespread rain 'lifts the spirits' and potentially the profits of farmers in NSW

Widespread rain 'lifts the spirits' and potentially the profits of farmers in NSW

Graziers are hoping an east coast low dumping rain across NSW will spur a last minute burst of pasture growth for producers offloading stock, and crops will be boosted — if there's enough sunshine in...

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I know rodeo can be a dangerous sport, but check out the video of the clown in the barrel. abc.net.au/news/2024-04-05/r…
Rodeo clown Dennis Halstead is all smiles, even as he risks yet more broken bones

Rodeo clown Dennis Halstead is all smiles, even as he risks yet more broken bones

Being a rodeo clown looks like a barrel of laughs, but behind the comedy act is a serious job to protect the riders from being gored by a rampaging bull.

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Gorgeous lab protecting our ag industries at the borders. abc.net.au/news/2024-04-01/v…

Vespa the black labrador given top gong for sniffing out record number of biosecurity threats

The black labrador has been named a canine hero for making a record-busting 739 biosecurity interceptions at Sydney's international airport.

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A rare cheese made from raw milk wins Australia's most prestigious food award abc.net.au/news/rural/2024-0…

Raw sheep's milk cheese receives the nation's highest food honour, but just a decade ago it was...

Pecora Dairy wins the 17th annual President's Medal at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, with a Spanish-style, semi-hard cheese made at Robertson.

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Battling fire ants from the air! abc.net.au/news/2024-03-19/n…
By land and by air, baiting program combats fire ant incursion in northern New South Wales

By land and by air, baiting program combats fire ant incursion in northern New South Wales

Helicopters are being used in northern New South Wales as part of a $600 million program to stamp out red imported fire ants, after nests were detected south of the Queensland border late last year.

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"The same or better" is the 4G promise, but as the 3G shutdown approaches, many rural landholders are worried. abc.net.au/news/rural/2024-0…
Looming 3G network shutdown raises questions for customers already experiencing dropouts, black...

Looming 3G network shutdown raises questions for customers already experiencing dropouts, black...

Telstra and Optus are confident services won't suffer when they switch off their 3G networks later this year, but rural landholders with patchy reception are not convinced.

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"Dingoes are the Boss of Country. They belong in the landscape." Big change to wild dog control in NW Vic. abc.net.au/news/2024-03-16/d…

Victoria first state to ban dingo killing on private land to protect species 'at risk of extinction'

In an Australian first, dingoes are now protected on private and public land in north-west Victoria, but farmers worry it will lead to more attacks on livestock. 

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Where will the bees come from? abc.net.au/news/2024-03-14/a…
Almonds could be in short supply if varroa mite stops bee movements, growers warn

Almonds could be in short supply if varroa mite stops bee movements, growers warn

As almond growers and beekeepers prepare for the upcoming pollination season, industry experts warn ongoing restrictions on moving bees could cripple the harvest for another year.

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Long road back to China for Australian wine makers. abc.net.au/news/rural/2024-0…
'Tank farms' a stark reality of Australia's wine industry crisis even if China drops tariffs

'Tank farms' a stark reality of Australia's wine industry crisis even if China drops tariffs

Chinese authorities have announced an interim decision that tariffs of 220 per cent on Australian wine are no longer necessary, but it could take two years to clear the wine glut. 

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One solution to supermarket power imbalance - sell direct. abc.net.au/news/2024-03-10/c…
Why are some people happy to pay more if it means buying direct from farmers?

Why are some people happy to pay more if it means buying direct from farmers?

Have you ever tried buying food direct from the producer? As the nation watches the ACCC investigation into supermarkets, more farmers are looking at ways to sell direct to consumers.

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Why BlazeAid are so bloody good. abc.net.au/news/rural/2024-0…

Rebuilding fences and healing hearts after bushfire devastation

Australian charity BlazeAid is working with farmers north of Geraldton to rebuild fences and restore spirits after a bushfire tore through the region late last year.

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US expert says Australia actually doing pretty well on the fire ant front, but NSW Farmers want urgent action. abc.net.au/news/rural/2024-0…

Farmers 'infuriated' at 'chronic failures' in managing Red imported fire ants, senate inquiry hears

The head of a peak NSW farming body calls for practical biosecurity solutions to deal with fire ants, instead of "people swanning around" on overseas research trips and theoretical chats.

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