- More than five months after Cyclone Debbie, vegetable farmers are still feeling the affect of falling produce prices. ABC article HERE. ABC Landline video HERE.
- The promise of Cyclone Debbie support has left farmers waiting as governments continue to wade through red tape. QFF statement HERE.
- QFF industry member CANEGROWERS is calling for governments to extend the deadline for farmers impacted by Cyclone Debbie to apply for disaster relief. Statement HERE.
- Workplace Essentials workshops will roll out across the state starting September to help farm businesses reduce risks and increase compliance. QFF statement HERE. Registration details HERE.
- The Senate Dairy Inquiry, ACCC and the industry’s futurewill be on the agenda at QFF industry member Queensland Dairyfarmers’ Organisation‘s (QDO) AGM and Forum in Toowoomba 29 August. Media release HERE.
- Darwin Convention Centre will play host to Nuffield Australia’s National Conference from 19-21 September to showcase cutting-edge technologies in agriculture. Conference video HERE. Details HERE.
- The State Government has launched two climate change plans that will help protect farmers’ agriculture and livestock. Environment Minister Steven Miles statement HERE.
- Skills Impact, a Skills Service Organisation (SSO), is seeking feedback on how automation affects your organisation and skills required in your workforce. Details HERE.
- Farmers for Climate Action (FCA) have released a report showing the value of investing in agriculture. QFF President Stuart Armitage has his say in this week’s QCL column HERE.
- The Rural Press Club (RPC) is hosting the Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Darren Chester, to explain projects that are potential game changers for rural Queensland on 21 September. Details HERE. Register HERE.
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