Dual-purpose peanut trials show promise in North Queensland

Ben Harden
Updated July 4 2022 - 11:24pm, first published March 14 2022 - 6:00pm
Third generation Home Hill farmer Aaron Linton is participating in the Grain and Graze North trials of dual-purpose peanut production, and is pictured with CQUniversity researcher Isaac Cardillo. Photo: Supplied
Third generation Home Hill farmer Aaron Linton is participating in the Grain and Graze North trials of dual-purpose peanut production, and is pictured with CQUniversity researcher Isaac Cardillo. Photo: Supplied

Dual-purpose peanut varieties could hold the key to diversifying grazing operations across Northern Australia by providing both high-value fodder as well as financial returns from the sale of peanuts.

Ben Harden

Ben Harden

Journalist

Queensland Country Life reporter based in Emerald. I report on agriculture and rural news in the central Queensland region. Got a story? Get in touch: 0437528907 or email ben.harden@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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