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Photo: north of Dryandra Woodland, Western AustraliaHow REALM helps
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Practical, season-by-season advice on planting, cutting and preparing for what's ahead, shared through the newsletter.
Sustainability stories from our members
Real examples from farmers improving soil, saving water and cutting input costs, and what they learned along the way.
Handy tool: convert kg/ha, lb/ac and spray rates
Handy tool: mix sheet for every spray tank
Handy tool: how much water is in my tank or dam?
Handy tool: how much fuel will the next job use?
Handy tool: how long will each paddock feed my mob?
Handy tool: keep a rain gauge diary on your phone
Handy tool: fertiliser bags, spreader loads and kg of N, P and K
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This season · Spring (September to November)
Agriculture: what’s on this spring
- Silage and hay time in many southern districts. Work out what the pit or shed will hold.Silo capacity
- Crops are growing fast: keep an eye out for disease and pests, and check the seasonal outlook.BoM climate outlooks (official site, opens in a new tab)
Coming up next: summer (December to February)
- Grain harvest across the southern cropping belt. Plan storage and the trucks.Silo capacity
- Log every summer storm: it tells you a lot about soil moisture for next season.Rain gauge diary
Up north it’s the dry season (about May to October). Timing varies a lot by district and year, so go by your own country and the local forecast. Seasons in each state
Doing it in Australia
Growing in Australia
Australia’s climate swings hard between seasons and years. These are the official and grower-owned places to plan with.
Your levies at work
Industry levies fund research you can use for free: trials, guides and decision tools for your district.
Chemicals: the label is the law
Only use farm chemicals registered by the APVMA and follow the label. Most states also require training or a licence for some chemicals and for spraying contractors.
Moving hay, soil or turf
Fire ants have been found in south-east Queensland and parts of northern NSW, and biosecurity zones limit how hay, straw, soil and similar materials can be moved. Check before you buy or truck fodder from those areas. New pest or weed? Call the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800 084 881.
General information only, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules differ between states and change over time, so check the official site before you act. These organisations are independent and are not REALM partners. Links checked 07/10/2026.
Practical guides
Soil health
Simple ways to test, feed and protect your soil so it keeps producing season after season.
Pasture & grazing
Ideas for rotating stock, resting paddocks and managing feed gaps to get more from every hectare.
Sustainable growing
Practical steps to use less water, fuel and fertiliser while keeping your yields strong.
Good to know
Common questions about agriculture
Quick answers from our FAQ. Still stuck? Ask the Chat Assistant or give us a call.
Do your services support sustainable farming?
Yes. Sustainability is part of our core focus. On this site that means tools for stocking rates, grazing, water and fertiliser, and links to Landcare and your state’s farming organisation for local programs. Landcare and farming groups →
How do you help farmers build a greener future?
By making the everyday maths easier: stocking rates that match what the paddock can carry, grazing rotations that give pasture time to recover, fertiliser and spray rates worked out before you fill the tank, and a rainfall and water record. Getting those right is good for the land and for the bank balance. DSE and stocking rate calculator →
Who can benefit from your services?
Farmers and graziers, people buying or selling land, stock or gear, rural businesses and country communities. If you work the land or live off it, the free tools and guides on this site are for you, whether you run a few head on a lifestyle block or a big station. See the free tools →
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