10 Apr 2017
- Queensland farmers have begun the process of rebuilding and recovery after Tropical Cyclone Debbie. See the region and industry specific breakdowns on Queensland agriculture HERE. QFF’s Farmer disaster support HERE.
- The journey to recovery is not one taken alone. Industry organisations and QFF are here to assist farmers through this process and are committed to ensuring our sector gets back on its feet. See QFF’s statement HERE.
- Queensland consumers are being called to stand by local farmers in the wake of natural disaster amidst warnings the price of vegetables will rise. Courier Mail article HERE.
- Did you see the profile on Nursery & Garden Industry Queensland (NGIQ) members Westview Garden Seedlings in last week’s QCL? See how our nursery seedlings industry is feeding our horticulture growers HERE.
- New grants are now available to ease costs of farm succession planning. QRAA’s Farm Management Grants help producers with rebates of up to $2,500 for professional advice related to family farm transfers. Details HERE.
- Consultation on reef regulations have extended due to the recent impact of Cyclone Debbie. Queenlanders now have until Friday 21 April to submit. Minster’s Media Statement HERE.
- The ACCC is now targeting unfair contract terms following the introduction of its new business-to-business unfair contract laws in November 2016. See more details on how the ACCC intends to deliver this HERE.
- See the latest QFF Energy Savers case study from a Mareeba pawpaw business with a potential 100% energy saving. See the latest agricultural energy efficiency case studies HERE.
- Applications are now open for 2018 Nuffield Australia Scholarships with opportunities to undertake research and join a worldwide network of more than 1,500 Nuffield Scholars. More information HERE.
- Lifeline and beyondblue are offering farmers support and information for anxiety and depression after disaster. See beyondblue’s signs to look out for HERE. Lifeline’s toolkit on getting through extreme climate events HERE.
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