11 Sept 2017
- Baiada’s shock announcement to close its Ipswich processing facility is a devastating blow to farmers, with broader implications for industry and Southeast QLD communities. QCL column HERE.
- QFF industry member CANEGROWERS has welcomed the extension of Cyclone Debbie recovery assistance until 12 January 2018. CANEGROWERS statement HERE. Apply for Category C grants HERE.
- The Queensland Government has released a new discussion paper on enhanced reef protection regulationsfor public consultation. Have your say by 3 November. Details HERE. Discussion paper HERE.
- Grants of up to $100,000 are now available for Queensland food producers looking to break into new overseas markets. Minister for Agriculture’s statement HERE.
- Hundreds of growers came together to get up to speed on the new Horticulture Code of Conduct in workshops hosted by QFF industry member Growcom across Queensland. Gallery of photos HERE.
- The Queensland Rural Jobs & Skills Alliance (RJSA) latest e-news including details on Workplace Essentials workshops, the Reef Extension Work Placement Initiativeand the Seasonal Worker Programme can be seen HERE.
- Australia’s citrus industry is booming with global demand exceeding fruit supply and prices predicted to beat records for the third year running.
- The latest edition of the Reef Alliance’s ‘Reliable 5’ is out now! View HERE. Sign up for Reef Alliance updates HERE (form at the bottom of page).
- The first National Agriculture and Related Industries Day(AgDay) is being held on 21 November to celebrate the nation’s farm sector. Details HERE.
- Nominations are open for the Reef Alliance Awards including the Prince’s Trust Reef Sustainability Award which recognises those who engage local communities in sustainable natural resource management. Apply HERE.
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