3 Oct 2017
- Much-needed rain has showered parts of Queensland leaving many farmers smiling. QCL article HERE.
Farmers are sharing their totals on Facebook HERE. - QFF is holding the government accountable on its promise to work with community on the Inland Rail project and its impact on agricultural land. QCL column HERE.
- QFF industry member Growcom has said electricity prices are a major election issue for the horticulture industry. QCL column HERE.
- QFF will be delivering six Reef Extension Skills workshops in Innisfail, Ayr, Mackay, Rockhampton and Bundaberg. Limited spaces available. Details HERE.
- The Spring edition of the QFF’s Energy Savers e-news is HERE. This edition includes case studies and details on how farmers are implementing energy efficiency projects.
- Growers in North Queensland are being asked to fill out an online survey that could help industry develop crop insurance suited to tropical agriculture. Survey HERE.
- LNP spokesperson Andrew Cripps has accused the Labor state government of wanting to expand reef regulations on horticulture and grain sectors in North Queensland. See his opinion piece HERE.
- A FREE seminar on food and agribusiness in the Middle East is being held in Brisbane on 5 October to provide advice on how Queenslanders can market their products. Details HERE.
- QFF industry member Cotton Australia has launched a competition to find photos and videos that capture beautiful moments from the 2017-18 cotton season. $8000 up for grabs. Enter HERE.
- Women in farm businesses are being encouraged to develop their leadership potential through a series of free workshops being hosted by QFF in October. Details and registrations HERE.
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