A Tasmanian company, slated for closure, has been sold to two Melbourne-based businessmen.

The King Island community has been rallying against the closure of the plant, after previous owner Saputo failed to find a buyer.

Rural editor Emily Minney caught up with King Island Mayor Marcus Blackie to find out what the sale will mean for the company moving forward.

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In today's National Rural News: regional airports to carry out safety risk assessments, a popular dairy business continues trading, assistance for residents affected by extreme weather -- plus the latest from the markets and more.

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National Rural News Friday March 7

In today's National Rural News: Two states preparing for a cyclone, Fire Rescue Victoria spending defended, two cases on tick fever in NSW -- plus the latest from the markets and more.

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An Independent MP is launching an election campaign, calling for greater investment in health care in the regions.

Member for Indi Helen Haines' health policy would encourage governments to improve training of healthcare workers and invest in infrastructure and facilities.

Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Ms Haines about her policy heading into the federal election.

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National Rural News Thursday March 6

In today's National Rural News: The value of agriculture tipped to reach its third highest level, varroa mite discovered in Southern Queensland, South Australian communities struggle through drought -- plus the latest from the markets and more.

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South Australian wine will be on display at one of the world's largest trade shows in Germany later this month.

Chateau Tanunda is heading to the ProWein show.

Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke to Managing Director Michelle Geber about the preparations

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National Rural News Wednesday March 5

In today's National Rural News: Questions raised over government's food security plan, looming agricultural tariffs from the United States, distillers up in arms about excise freeze -- plus the latest from the markets and more.

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Farmers are being warned not to expect favour from the Trump administration if it decides to place tariffs on agricultural products.

While market analysts are hopeful a trade surplus with the United States could help Australia avoid duties, it's not a guaranteed protection.

Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke to RaboResearch General Manager Stefan Vogel about the potential for tariffs, especially on agriculture products.

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