7 Jan 2019
- QFF is calling on the state and federal governments to assume responsibility and examine the water-energy-climate-food nexus and the implications of not addressing this key issue for the future of Queensland agriculture. QFF’s QCL column HERE.
- While abolishing stamp duty on agricultural insurance is by no means the ‘root and branch’ approach needed, it is a step towards dealing with the demographic, social, economic and environmental challenges that lie ahead. Read more from QFF HERE.
- Farmers’ important actions are making huge improvements to the quality of water leaving their farms and significantly contributing to the health of the Great Barrier Reef. Read more about the success of the Reef Alliance and Reef Champion Award finalist Ray Zamora HERE.
- The latest Reef Alliance ‘Reliable 5’ is now available! Stay up-to-date with the latest reef news and events including the 2018 Reef Alliance achievements, a graduate reef extension program and community grants HERE.
- Are you passionate about agriculture and making a difference for the Great Barrier Reef? This is your opportunity to be mentored by experts to gain skills and support farmers to improve their land management practices. Apply before 21 January 2019 HERE.
- Last chance to apply for grants of between $5,000 and $200,000 under the Smart Farms Small Grants program to assist farmers adapt to change, innovate and become more sustainable. Applications close this Friday, 11 January 2019. Details HERE.
- Grants of up to $100,000 are available for producers in the Queensland Murray Darling Basin to help set up new high value horticulture enterprises. Applications close 22 February 2019. More information HERE.
- Applications for the AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship are now open. Students studying an agriculture-related degree, in their last two years of study, are eligible to apply to receive a $5,000 bursary and professional development opportunities. Apply before 1 March 2019 HERE.
- Do I need to check driver licences, registration and insurance? What happens to me if the driver speeds? Agsafe have developed online training to assist you in learning about your Chain of Responsibility requirements. More information HERE.
- Save the date! The second National Symposium on the Beneficial Use of Recycled Organics will be held on 20 and 21 June 2019. More information will be available shortly, to sign up to receive updates as they become available send an email HERE.
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