13 Jan 2020
- While the program has been slow to get off the ground, the Land Restoration Fund will create opportunities for farmers across Queensland to contribute to a range of positive environmental outcomes including climate change mitigation and improving their on-farm adaptation. Read QFF’s Queensland Country Life column HERE.
- QFF industry member Cotton Australia has launched its new-look website showcasing the industry and providing the world with a thorough insight into what they do. Take a look and discover the latest information about the Australian cotton industry HERE.
- Farmers want to be sure the soil ameliorants they use don’t pose any negative environmental or health impacts. QFF CEO Dr Georgina Davis wrote about the negative consequences of applying stabilised municipal solid waste to agricultural land for Waste Management Review, read more HERE.
- A Mandatory Code of Conduct is now in force for the Australian dairy industry. The code provides a fairer process for negotiating contractual arrangements between dairy farmers and dairy processors. For more information and to read the Code, click HERE.
- The New Year has started with cautious optimism about an upswing in the world sugar price and QFF industry member CANEGROWERS is urging its members to keep their eye on the ball through a unique and independent information service. Read more HERE.
- If you live in a bushfire affected area, you don’t need to worry about your tax affairs right now. With many Australian communities are doing it tough, the Australian Taxation Office is here to help you sort out your tax when you’re ready. Learn how they’re supporting those who have been affected HERE.
- As bushfires continue across the country, Hort Innovation has launched a new web page containing resources to help growers and others in bushfire-affected areas access key information and assistance. Find more information HERE.
- Are you looking for ways to help fire-affected farmers? The most useful way to help is with a monetary donation, however donations of fodder, food, water and household goods are also being accepted. Visit FarmHub to find out more.
- Are you a forward-thinking producer with a business idea, either technology, a new product, or to connect with consumers? Farmers2Founder‘s Ideas program provides funding and coaching to support producers in pursuing their business idea. For more information or to apply, click HERE.
- According to the Bureau of Meteorology’s Annual Climate Statement, 2019 was both the warmest and driest year on record for Australia with national mean temperature 1.52 degrees above average annual rainfall was 40 per cent below average at 277.6 mm. Read more HERE.
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