There’s was plenty of action out at Toowoomba Hay Farm last week. Gerard, Annie and the team have been busy with earthworks, trenching, pipe laying and stormwater planning around the hay sheds. It might look like dirt, drains and machinery, but it all plays an important role in hay quality. Good shed access and drainage help keep hay dry, reduce weather exposure and make loading safer and more efficient. For Feed Central and LocalAg, this is exactly why storage and handling matter. Quality hay is not just about what happens in the paddock. It is also about how it is protected, presented and managed once it is in the shed. A bit of groundwork now helps protect better hay for the season ahead.

Every acre tells a different story. #LocalAg #GrowerMeeting #Veldale #OntarioFarming

"I would say there'd be 90% of people who have had a bad hay experience, on both the buyer and seller side. So if we can make a pleasant hay experience - if we can ensure that every load of hay, drives down that driveway, and the buyers are happy with it - the whole industry wins." TIM FORD, Managing Director, LocalAg and Feed Central. Hear Tim's thoughts on this year and what's in the pipeline for 2026 in the latest Hay Matters episode. Just search for 'Hay Matters' where you listen to your podcasts or check the link in the comments.

Now that's a good looking shed full! Kev's picked this lot in Gin Gin as this week's pick. It's a great example of timely cutting and baling, with minimal weather impact, good aroma and colour. And with the Feed Central testing done, you know exactly what you're getting. Search for Lot #91396 in the LocalAg app if you're looking for Wheaten Hay.

Tim Ford joins Steve Page to reflect on a year of innovation, challenges, and opportunities in the Australian fodder industry. Discover how quality assurance, marketplace transparency, and grower diversity are shaping 2026. Listen here: rfr.bz/t3cb507 #HayMatters #FeedCentral #LocalAg #FodderIndustry #AustralianFarming #Agribusiness

Barley, oaten, vetch, wheaten... whatever hay you're looking for it's all here right now on the LocalAg app! Choose a lot with that's been inspected and feed tested by our Quality Assurance partner, Feed Central. Just look for the visual gauge, and read the feed test results, so you know you'll get exactly what you pay for. Message the seller through the app to double-check any other details you need. There are new listings every day so keep LocalAg handy on your phone... why not list something yourself to try it out!

New season Vetch hay is hitting the marketplace, including this great lot in Quambone, NSW - ready to move and quality assured. * 453 tonnes available * FC A Grade * Clean vetch, baled with hayguard into 8x4x3 bales * Stacked 6 high in single rows, paddock stored * Average moisture 12.2% Check it out and secure your vetch today on LocalAg.

Hay is part of thousands of farmers’ businesses, but how do you know you’re getting the quality you paid for? 🌾 Tim Ford, founder of @FeedCentralPL and LocalAg, joins us to unpack how grading, trust, and tech are reshaping Australia’s hay, fodder, and ag supplies market. agmstr.com/4oTiEsY

🚜 Farmer Spotlight: Josh Kaliel #WestlockTerminals #WTLTerminals @WTLTerminals #PortOfWestlock #DryPort #MilwestDistillery @MilwestSpirits #CoopGovernance #AlbertaCoops #CooperativeLeadership #CoopLeaders #CoopStrong #FarmerSpotlight #LocalAg #FarmStrong #SupportLocal

On Monday night we hosted 40 people for the final stop of the AFIA pre-conference tour, following their 3-day visit to farms and producers across regional South East Queensland. It was a great opportunity to catch up with new and familiar faces, share a drink and show them just a little of what we do at Feed Central and LocalAg. The AFIA National Conference officially kicked off last night, with a number of our team in attendance, so if you're there, be sure to say hi to Tim, Megan, Dave, Steve and Anthony over the next few days.

On Monday night we hosted 40 people for the final stop of the @ausfodder pre-conference tour, following their 3-day visit to farms and producers across regional South East Queensland. It was a great opportunity to catch up with new and familiar faces, share a drink and show them just a little of what we do at Feed Central and LocalAg. The AFIA National Conference officially kicked off last night, with a number of our team in attendance, so if you're there, be sure to say hi to Tim, Megan, Dave, Steve and Anthony over the next few days.

Have you seen our new sign? Thanks to our partnership with @brockboardscanada McEwen's advertising has gone digital in a big way. You can see our ad in person along Highway 15 and Veterans Way in Fort Saskatchewan. #mcewensff #localag

LocalAg isn’t just for hay — it’s a complete ag marketplace. You can list: 🌾 Seed – oats, wheat, barley & more 🚜 Machinery & Equipment – tractors, sprayers, cotton pickers 📦 Fert & Chemicals – leftover stock or surplus 🐑 Livestock – sheep, cattle, horses & more 🛻 Utes & Trailers – if it rolls, list it! Got something sitting idle? If it’s useful on a farm, there’s a buyer for it. Get it listed today on LocalAg.com.au

In this episode of Hay Matters, brought to you by LocalAg and Feed Central, host Jon Paul Driver continues the conversation with South Australian farmer Matt Eckert. In this episode, Matt opens up about the people, mindset, and decisions that help keep the wheels turning during hard seasons. From financial pressure and breakdowns to succession planning and emotional burnout, this episode digs into the less visible side of managing a large farming operation in a drought — and the personal resilience it takes to carry it through. Listen now: rss.com/podcasts/haymatters/…

In this episode of Hay Matters, brought to you by LocalAg and Feed Central, host Jon Paul Driver speaks with South Australian grower Matt Eckert in the first of a three-part series. Matt shares a candid look at the decisions, trade-offs, and resilience required to keep a mixed farming operation running during a prolonged dry spell. With the region facing one of its hardest seasons in recent years, Matt opens up about the real impact of drought — from feed shortages and pasture losses to the mental load of managing stock and cropping programs when nothing goes to plan. Listen now: feedcentral.com.au/hay-matte…

We’ve now opened expressions of interest for hay supply through LocalAg. If you or someone you know is in need, please visit the LocalAg site and complete the form: localag.com.au/haywanted *This isn’t a contract, just a way to let us know if you’re in need of hay, so we can start coordinating potential deliveries and supply options. By gathering this information, we’ll be better placed to work with government, freight providers, and suppliers, especially in areas such as Western Australia and Queensland, to plan a coordinated response.

In the latest episode of Hay Matters from Feed Central and LocalAg, our host Jon Paul Driver catches up with Director Tim Ford to discuss the current market and LocalAg’s first quarter. As southern sheds sit nearly empty, Queensland hay has begun heading south in a reversal of traditional seasonal movement. With biosecurity concerns under control in most areas and demand climbing, the coming weeks could see more sheds open if rain arrives. Meanwhile, the LocalAg platform is handling high volumes well, and buyer demand has led to the introduction of LocalAg Plus, re-introducing delivered pricing and logistics for those who want a hands-off experience. Listen now: feedcentral.com.au/hay-matte…

In the latest Hay Matters Podcast brought to you by LocalAg and Feed Central, host Jon Paul Driver catches up with Stefan Hollmann, a German-born machinery operator and high-density baling expert based in South Australia. After arriving for one harvest, Stefan stayed on and has since produced over 100,000 bales across eight years with the Schusters. He reflected on his recent 7,500-kilometre trip across the east coast, sharing insights on seasonal variability, farming practices, and why understanding feed quality matters more than ever. Listen now: feedcentral.com.au/hay-matte…

It’s been a HUGE week for listings on LocalAg… and we’ve got some exclusive new items you won’t want to miss! Check out all the latest listings on localag.com.au.

In the latest Hay Matters Podcast, brought to you by LocalAg and Feed Central, Jon Paul Driver is joined by cattle producer, advocate and agfluencer Gillian Fennell. Gillian has spent time serving on industry boards and committees at a local, state and national level, and has a special interest in on-farm succession planning and the impact that it has on farming families and communities. With over 20 years in the beef industry and a base in one of the most remote parts of Australia, Gillian brings insight and lived experience to this episode, covering everything from succession and farm management to social media, leadership and the realities of modern ag life. Listen to the full episode: feedcentral.com.au/hay-matte…