Queensland Farmer - People . Passion . Provenance

Flood-affected farmers urged to apply for grants of up to $50k

January 10, 2022

National Farmers Federation Chief Executive Tony Mahar said the announcement of new jointly-funded federal and state Government grants to help agriculture rebuild after November’s flood events was good news for farmers. (more…)

Biosecurity key as ag production set for record year

December 9, 2021

The Australian agriculture industry is set to make history this financial year with a forecast to reach $78 billion in value. (more…)

National Fruit Fly Council appoints new manager

November 25, 2021

Plant Health Australia (PHA) and Hort Innovation are proud to announce that Stuart Burgess has been appointed as the new manager of the National Fruit Fly Council (NFFC). (more…)

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$693,429 sweetener for Mackay sugar cane processor

November 15, 2021

Mackay-based Townsend Industries will receive $693,429 in funding for a pilot facility that will test how processed sugar cane can produce high-value products. (more…)