ABC Rural RoundUp, February 20, 2015

		No. 334 / 20 February 2015
		Welcome to the ABC Rural RoundUp for another week. Berry growers defend local fruit Farmers call on ACCC to investigate Wodonga saleyards Cattle station pushes for compensation over bushfire Abbott announces irrigation funding for Tasmania Big improvement for SPC Ardmona Sharks beat fishermen to the catch » More Rural News Farmers embrace biting midges They may be the bane of our existence, but researchers are finding biting midges may be key to increasing cocoa production in far north Queensland. Tasmania's wilderness battle Another environmental battle is imminent is Tasmania, as the state opens up protected areas for new eco-tourism projects. » More Rural Features Landline Australia's flagship rural television program, with reports from around the country on rural and urban issues. Presented by Pip Courtney. On ABC TV Sunday at noon, repeated on Monday at 1pm and on News24 on Monday at midnight. Country Breakfast Country Breakfast is broadcast on Saturday 6.00 - 7.00am on ABC's Radio National. This week Country Breakfast takes a look at feral cat control measures in Western Australia; a good wet season is transforming the desert country across central Australia, even the burrowing frogs are celebrating; and it's a bumper season for bunya nuts, a favoured bush tucker food in south east Queensland. Send us your feedback Send us your story suggestions and feedback on the coverage we offer online.	Podcast Queensland Country Hour Local Radio Podcast National Rural News Local Radio Top Dogs In this joyous tribute to Australia’s working dogs, people all over the country share their favourite stories and photos of the incredible dogs that make such a huge difference to their lives each day. These cheerful workaholics are celebrated in tales of heroism, extraordinary intuition, unflagging dedication and intelligence. Book $29.99