Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 1 2026-03-08

Publish Time: 10:00 am

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When is milk, not milk?

Geoff Adams

Truth in labelling drives dairy’s push to restrict the word milk on oat and soy drinks trading on dairy’s nutritional
CEO Janine Waller says plant drinks risk implying parity with dairy milk though their nutrition differs widely now
Shepparton highlighted as a national dairy hub as industry debates naming rules for plant based milks sector growth

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 2 2026-03-08

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

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Climate-smart agriculture

McPherson Media Group

Independent review finds Australian farmers lead globally in sustainable production despite harsh climate
Farm output up 60% in 30 years while emissions fell 20%, with no-till and water efficiency driving gains
Report warns climate pressures mean future progress depends on access to new farm technologies

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 3 2026-03-08

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

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Moama hospital proposal wins council support

Lua Ikenasio

Murray River Council backs proposal for a 12-bed private and community hospital in Moama to meet demand
Plan includes three theatres and consulting suites as Moama’s population could exceed 17,000 by 2046
Council to study health needs and work with NSW and Victoria providers on cross-border care planning

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