We're excited to announce a new staff member has joined our...

We're excited to announce a new staff member has joined our Barenbrug team recently! Welcome to the team Olga Kostic.

On the positive side we are forecasting yields to be strong...

On the positive side we are forecasting yields to be strong across our portfolio of products with average to above average performance due to the cooler wetter spring conditions.

It is very pleasing to report that generally the seasonal...

It is very pleasing to report that generally the seasonal conditions in Australia are very positive, and commodity prices are strong.

Without a doubt, the most challenging part of the supply chain is...

Without a doubt, the most challenging part of the supply chain is the current shipping climate. The international shipping industry has never seen such strain as we have been facing for 2 years now.

It’s been a while since we have released our last newsletter and...

It’s been a while since we have released our last newsletter and so much has happened in and around the world of exporting seeds! 

Alfalfa plantings were down this year due to pressures from high...

Alfalfa plantings were down this year due to pressures from high value crops, which have a huge impact reducing the numbers of resistant ryegrass.

We're excited to announce some new staff have joined our...

We're excited to announce some new staff have joined our Barenbrug team in recent months & our brand new, state of the art, Toowoomba warehouse is now open!

The ongoing strong demand for red meat, wool and hay continues to...

The ongoing strong demand for red meat, wool and hay continues to drive domestic demand meaning many pasture products have either been sold out or are in very tight supply. 

Our 2020 temperate harvest has finished, except alfalfa which is...

Our 2020 temperate harvest has finished, except alfalfa which is currently in full swing.

The 2020 Australian alfalfa crop is about 50% of the way through...

The 2020 Australian alfalfa crop is about 50% of the way through harvest, with cleaning and testing to be completed by the end of June.

2020 has been challenging and complex for international shipping...

2020 has been challenging and complex for international shipping. 

At this time, it is important to reflect on what is happening...

At this time, it is important to reflect on what is happening around the world, and we hope that our customers, friends and their families, remain safe and positive for what lies beyond this crisis. Australia has one of the most diverse climates of any country, and we have experienced just about every type of event in the past 6 months.

Extremely dry summer conditions were experienced throughout...

Extremely dry summer conditions were experienced throughout Southern Australia during the recently completed harvest. This provided ideal conditions for a condensed harvest and contributed to delivery of good quality seed.

2019 Australian alfalfa harvest is expected to be at the lowest...

2019 Australian alfalfa harvest is expected to be at the lowest level for quite some time, early indications are for the total estimated Australian crop volume to be down by about 40% on last year.

Barenbrug would like to welcome Theresa Wong to our export...

Barenbrug would like to welcome Theresa Wong to our export shipping department.  Theresa joins us following the retirement of Sandy Makins, who will be highly missed.  We are most excited to have Theresa on board.  Theresa brings a wealth of experience in the shipping industry working with various freight forwarders. 

In our last newsletter in December, I reported that Australian...

In our last newsletter in December, I reported that Australian climatic conditions had been challenging. Unfortunately, these conditions continued throughout the Northern Hemisphere Summer and into Autumn.

The 2018/19 harvest is now complete with the last deliveries of...

The 2018/19 harvest is now complete with the last deliveries of Alfalfa to the cleaning sheds. Overall harvest was a mixed result for a lot of producers, but a continuation of good red meat, wool and hay prices have certainly helped growers.

At the time of writing this, we have started our 2018/19 harvest...

At the time of writing this, we have started our 2018/19 harvest. Overall production will be down for most species as a result of drought conditions, as well as attractive hay prices providing a more cost-effective option for growers. Buyer activity has been subdued in the past months, but we are now starting to see some activity in various regions.

Since our last newsletter in July, the local Domestic market has...

Since our last newsletter in July, the local Domestic market has been challenging, however strong commodity pricing is keeping the outlook positive. Seasonal conditions over much of mainland Australia have remained dry, and the current outlook is for these conditions to continue.

2019 Australian alfalfa harvest is expected to be at the lowest...

2019 Australian alfalfa harvest is expected to be at the lowest level for quite some time, early indications are for the total estimated Australian crop volume to be down by about 40% on last year.

With 2018 almost over we are concentrating on getting shipments...

With 2018 almost over we are concentrating on getting shipments packed on vessels before we shut down for the Christmas/New Break.  Barenbrug export shipping department will be closed from Monday 24th December returning Wednesday 2nd January. 

This year has been a very difficult year for Australian...

This year has been a very difficult year for Australian agriculture and especially seed production. We have experienced record drought conditions across the majority of New South Wales and Queensland and widespread frost has caused issues further south into Victoria and South Australia.

Australian growers are now planting the last of their crops and...

Australian growers are now planting the last of their crops and hoping that good Spring rains can ensure a successful crop but there is a long way to go. Weather predictions for many parts of the country over the next 3-6 months are not overly favourable but no need for panic yet.

Exciting changes are happening as Barenbrug takes on...

Exciting changes are happening as Barenbrug takes on International Sales & Marketing of Barenbrug USA products.

After enjoying the break over Christmas/New Year, Barenbrug...

After enjoying the break over Christmas/New Year, Barenbrug International Operations are all back on board. Shipping is starting to kick in now for 2018. 

Autumn and early winter rainfall has been well below average...

Autumn and early winter rainfall has been well below average across Southern Australia as large blocking weather systems have been pushing rain systems well south of the continent. However we have been fortunate to receive good April and May rainfall in our major seed production regions of South East South Australia, Southern Victoria and Tasmania.

We have just completed what has been a very busy financial year...

We have just completed what has been a very busy financial year for the business, and we would like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers for their business and support over the past 12 months.

Harvest for all species except Alfalfa has finished with yields...

Harvest for all species except Alfalfa has finished with yields and quality being quite variable. This was due to an extremely warm and dry weather event in late November, impacting on critical seed filling.

The Australian harvest has been going on in earnest for the past...

The Australian harvest has been going on in earnest for the past few months and now coming to its end as the alfalfa nears its conclusion. To date yields across many crops were extremely variable and mainly in part due to high rainfall events and erratic temperature levels during key periods of December and January.

After enjoying the break over Christmas/New Year, Barenbrug...

After enjoying the break over Christmas/New Year, Barenbrug International Operations are all back on board. Shipping is starting to kick in now for 2018. 

There has been strong demand for Diploid type Rhodes Grass over...

There has been strong demand for Diploid type Rhodes Grass over the past few months, however we still have quality stock to offer, with new crop starting to be harvested in April/May (depending on weather). The rain will also benefit species such as Buffel & Panics, and will set up some of the perennial tropical legume seed crops that were planted earlier in the year.

Alfalfa harvest is well underway with the majority of dryland...

Alfalfa harvest is well underway with the majority of dryland crops completed and almost of half of irrigated crops either done or being done this week. Many crops have been desiccated in the last week in preparation for this week’s warm weather.

Exciting staff changes are happening in the International Team as...

Exciting staff changes are happening in the International Team as we welcome Nathan Smith.

Exciting staff changes are happening in the International Team as...

Exciting staff changes are happening in the International Team as we welcome Kathy Gray & wish Roger Dennis all the best in his new role looking after Northern Production Procurement.

Spring sown alfalfa plantings have established well with...

Spring sown alfalfa plantings have established well with favourable weather conditions and regular rain events to ensure a good even germination and on-time sprays for weed management.

Barenbrug shared some exciting news last month with the...

Barenbrug shared some exciting news last month with the acquisition of Blue Ribbon Seeds, Australian Premium Seeds, and Premium Seed Coaters. 

Buyer activity has, in the main, been somewhat subdued over the...

Buyer activity has, in the main, been somewhat subdued over the past few months. This has been due to a combination of being sold out of different products but also to a successful harvests of various products overseas. 

With 2017 almost over we are concentrating on getting shipments...

With 2017 almost over we are concentrating on getting shipments packed on vessels before shut down for the Christmas/New Year holidays.  Barenbrug export shipping department will be closed from Friday 22^nd December returning Tuesday 2^nd January. 

2018 harvest is underway with the first crops of Balansa and...

2018 harvest is underway with the first crops of Balansa and forage cereals reported to be in the silo.  

Continued rain events during April made the irrigated alfalfa...

Continued rain events during April made the irrigated alfalfa seed harvest challenging and disappointing due to quick regrowth and seed drop in the paddock, above average clean out percentage at the cleaning shed and seed quality dropping with some seed lines being rejected.

The high’s and low’s of agriculture have certainly been...

The high’s and low’s of agriculture have certainly been demonstrated this year through the Southern Hemisphere winter. While the bottom third of the Australian continent saw a wetter than average winter, the rest of the country has experienced very dry seasonal conditions.