13 Nov 2017
- Both parties have released their policies to combat the ‘energy crisis’ but are yet to provide the holistic solution farmers need. QFF highlights four core areas that must be addressed in its QCL column HERE. Media release HERE.
- Finalists for the Reef Alliance Awards being held in Townsville on 22 November 2017 have been revealed. See the list of finalists HERE.
- To tackle the growing cost of energy, QFF has joined ranks with industry member CANEGROWERS and Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) to form the Queensland Industry Energy Alliance. See the wrap up from Bundaberg’s public forum HERE.
- Queensland farmers continue to demonstrate improved land management through Best Management Practice(BMP) programs that reduce impact on the Reef. QFF media release HERE. CANEGROWERS HERE. AgForce HERE.
- Queensland dairy farmers are calling on political parties to make good of the State Government’s commitment earlier this year to fund Queensland Dairyfarmers’ Organisation (QDO) develop its Fair Milk Logo. QFF industry member QDO’s statement HERE.
- Are you a farmer affected by the recent flooding in the North Burrnett & Bundaberg regions? QFF is hosting Flood Recovery Workshops to get you back on your feet. RSVP now for workshops in Monto (22/11) & Bundaberg (23/11).
- The Australian Farmer digital book is a unique tool to assist our underappreciated farmers. Produced after collaboration with peak Ag bodies, it covers topics from Understanding Consumer Trends and Soil Management to Science & Technology and the Digital Revolution. See it HERE.
- ELECTION TRACKER: The LNP has promised to increase black spot funding and invest $60 million in beef roads. Meanwhile, the ALP has unveiled a billion-dollar plan to upgrade the Bruce Highway…. more to come.
- QFF is teaming up with the Rural Press Club (RPC) to celebrate National Agriculture Day and TropAg2017 on 22 Nov at the Brisbane Convention Centre. Register HERE.
- This month Australian Pork Limited kicked off an eight-week campaign to raise consumer awareness about imported pork being sold under different brands.
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