# 40# Biosecurity Warning, Ag Department Cuts & The Raw Truth About the SA Drought

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Published: 2025-08-03T23:30:14+00:00
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Biosecurity Warning, Ag Department Cuts & The Raw Truth About the SA Drought This week’s episode is a wild one — equal parts alarming, heartfelt, and honest. 🦠 Topic 1: Flesh-Eating Parasite – A New Biosecurity Threat? We unpack the shocking news of a flesh-eating parasite from southern Mexico that’s making headlines. Could this be Australia's next biosecurity nightmare? We break down what it is, who’s at risk, and what it means for Aussie agriculture. 📉 Topic 2: 165 Ag & Regional Jobs Cut The axe has fallen. We dive into the recent slash of 165 jobs from regional and agricultural departments — what’s really behind it, what this means for our communities, and why regional Australia is again paying the price. 💬 Topic 3: Your Thoughts on Funerals & Reels We read your powerful, personal and sometimes hilarious comments from this week’s viral reel and the post about planning rural funerals. If you’ve ever had to juggle grief, gumboots and logistics — this one’s for you. 🌾 Topic 4: Has the SA Drought Hit Breaking Point? A raw discussion: Are South Australian pastoralists facing the worst of it right now ? We hear firsthand stories and share insights from the bush. Could this be the hardest season yet? 2026 Harvest Her Power Conference - Dubbo NSW https://www.facebook.com/share/1Yhv2wFKzQ/ 🚜 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! 💻 Farm Table – Your online hub for all things ag, connecting farmers with resources, events, and opportunities. Check them out at https://farmtable.com.au/ agsolutelyfab@gmail.com

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