Queensland Farmer – People . Passion . Provenance

Capability development to encourage the next generation of sugarcane scientists

July 7, 2020

The next generation of sugarcane industry researchers is being offered a head-start into the world of sugarcane industry science and technology, through two capability development programs being offered through Sugar Research Australia (SRA). (more…)

The state of plant biosecurity in Australia

July 2, 2020

The National Plant Biosecurity Status Report for 2019 was released by Plant Health Australia (PHA), bringing together contributions from over 100 government, industry and research organisations. (more…)

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QFF and Jacobs identify top five water infrastructure projects for Queensland

July 2, 2020

The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) has partnered with consulting firm Jacobs to identify the top five irrigation water infrastructure projects that the state government should prioritise to deliver sustainable economic growth and jobs to rural and regional communities. (more…)

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Questions around Maryborough sugar mill future

June 29, 2020

Sugarcane growers in southern Queensland say MSF Sugar needs to come clean about its plans for the Maryborough Mill following the news the company is selling farmland. (more…)

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Funding for long term support in bushfire affected Queensland communities

June 26, 2020

Communities across southern and eastern Queensland impacted by devastating bushfires in 2019 will receive funding to employ Community Development Officers to help lead long-term recovery efforts. (more…)

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$9 million boost to flood recovery and resilience projects in North Queensland

June 26, 2020

Communities impacted by flooding in Far North and North Queensland in early 2019 will benefit from more than $9 million in grant funding for 119 local projects to boost flood recovery and resilience. (more…)