- The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) and AgForce have sought clarity from the federal government around proposed compulsory Defence Force land acquisitions at Shoalwater Bay on the Capricornia Coast.
- The Australian Farm Institute has released its outlook for Australian agriculture in 2017. See why 2017 will not be as good as 2016 HERE.
- QFF President Stuart Armitage has used his latest QCL column to call for momentum and commitment to help make mult-peril crop insurance a reality. See the full column HERE.
- Demand for agriculture workers in Far North Queensland has nearly doubled in three years amid strong growth in horticulture. Wide Bay’s agricultural employment has also increased 15% over the same period. Details HERE.
- School students will have have a better insight into the process of food production thanks to a new set of resources made available for 2017 through the Paddock to Plate program (FP2P). Details on the program HERE.
- QFF industry member Cotton Australia and the Australian Honey Bee Industry Council are calling on all farmers and beekeepers to use online tools to better communicate with each other to protect bees and crops. Details HERE.
- Did you catch the last week’s edition of the Reef Alliance’s ‘Reliable 5’? See the latest HERE. Sign up for Reef Alliance updates HERE (form at the bottom of page).
- The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) President Fiona Simson has endorsed ongoing pursuit of the Trans Pacific Partnership’s (TPP) ratification, based on its ability to deliver trade benefits for Australian farmers; potentially without the US.
- Australia’s modest $3 million export egg business is poised to grow 600% in 2017 as producers scramble to help fill a massive supply gap in South Korea. Queensland suppliers exploring export opportunities.
- Swedish food retailers are aiming to cut plastic packaging by ditching stickers on fruits and vegetables with instead using hi-tech laser marking ‘natural branding’. Full story HERE.
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