12 Feb 2018
- The future of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan hangs in the balance today as our representatives in Canberra determine the fate of farmers, irrigation reliant communities and the environment. QFF statement HERE.
- QFF has condemned the reckless decision by the Federal Labor Party to put politics ahead of the environment and Murray-Darling Basin communities by supporting the Greens Disallowance Motion in the Senate. Details HERE.
- The recent electoral mandate must bring about vegetation management resolution. Farmers, regional communities and the environment deserve a stable, workable framework. QFF’s QCL column HERE.
- Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has challenged the Turnbull Government to jointly fund the construction and operation costs of the Rookwood Weir. Premier’s statement HERE.
- A study by ABARES has shown that Australian farmers receive positive returns when they invest in seasonal workers from the Pacific Islands. Full details & report HERE.
- A $75 million investment in chicken meat production and technology by Ingham’s & the State Government is great news for the entire chicken meat supply chain, including growers. Details HERE.
- 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).
- A survey by the Queensland Electricity Users Network has found that the impact of high electricity prices on businesses is hurting regional Queensland with nearly 50% experiencing moderate to severe difficulties paying their power bills. Details HERE.
- See the latest QFF Energy Savers February e-newsincluding the latest case studies & upcoming events HERE.
- The Rural Press Club (Queensland) is currently looking to reward excellence in rural journalism, photography and social media. Think you have what it takes? Full award details HERE.
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