10 Things to Know - 28 September 2026

  1. The Queensland Government’s Primary Industries and Resources Committee is seeking submissions regarding the Mineral Resources and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026. Have your say on the Bill here by Monday, 12 October 2026.
  2. QFF's latest Drought and Climate Adaptation Program (DCAP) case study highlights the experience of Pastoral Partners Australia. Through native forest regeneration projects, the business has diversified income streams and strengthened drought resilience. Read the case study here.
  3. The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the release of a Senate committee’s report following a year-long inquiry into Triple Zero failures, which exposes major flaws in Australia’s mobile network regulatory framework. Read more here. 
  4. Beef Australia are looking for Australia’s early-stage business, commercial ventures, or commercialising research development credible innovations with the potential to create value for Australia’s beef industry or supply chain for the Pitch in the Paddock business pitching competition at Beef2027. Read more and apply here.
  5. Isis Central Sugar Mill is seeking a Queensland Government loan to continue operations following a difficult 2026 season. Read more here. 
  6. The NFF and the Federal Government have reached a short-term agreement to fast-track urgent visa requests for agricultural backpacker workers. Read more here.
  7. Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) have published an article discussing biosecurity and trade, arguing that maintaining strong biosecurity protections must remain a priority in every import decision. Read it here.
  8. TSBE’s Darling Downs Beef Battle takes place on 29 October 2026, bringing together the region's finest beef brands for an evening dedicated to showcasing the quality, flavour and excellence of Darling Downs beef. Book your tickets here.
  9. The Agricultural Extension Work Placement Program is now seeking expressions of interest from host organisations and trainees for the 2027 intake of the program. Learn more and express your interest here.
  10. QFF’s Corporate Partners program is designed to develop mutually beneficial relationships between QFF, our corporate partners and our peak agriculture industry organisation members, so that we may work together, collaborate, and innovate to build a strong future for Queensland agriculture. Explore current offers from QFF’s Corporate Partners here.

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