Agricultural industry bodies seek amendments to proposed legislative reform to maintain protections for Condamine Alluvium groundwater system critical for farmers and rural communities

The Condamine Alluvium is one of Queensland’s most important groundwater systems supporting some of Australia’s most productive cropping land, significant stock, domestic and community supplies, including up to 90% of the growing...

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10 Things to Know - 20 April 2026

QFF welcomes an independent Queensland Productivity Commission inquiry into the impacts of recent changes to the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999, as a step towards more practical, workable policy settings.

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Global supply disruptions place mounting pressure on Queensland agriculture

The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) and our peak body members and corporate partners remain concerned by escalating global tensions in the Middle East.

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QFF’s Energy Engagement and Education Advisor is bridging the communication gap between the agriculture and energy sectors

Stephanie McKechnie is Queensland Farmers’ Federation’s Energy Engagement and Education Advisor (EEEA), working at the cross-roads of agriculture, competing interests for land use, and Queensland’s changing energy system.

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10 Things to Know 16 March 2026

The National Farmers’ Federation joined the Federal Government for a ministerial roundtable on fuel supply last week, providing an important voice for farmers as primary producers across Australia contend with critical input supply...

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Supporting North Queensland agriculture to navigate energy change

Energy is an essential farm input, alongside water, that underpins much of the agricultural sector across North Queensland. Decisions around water and energy use have the potential to significantly impact farm profitability, productivity...

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10 Things to Know - 27 January 2026

QFF has launched a new website, making it easier for members and stakeholders to access QFF project updates, resources and advocacy priorities in one place.

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Queensland Renewable Energy Landholder Toolkit

The Queensland Renewable Energy Landholder Toolkit was developed to assist and inform landholders as they respond to and negotiate with energy industry representatives about accessing land and developing renewable energy projects.

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Jobs in Queensland Agriculture

Roles at QFF QFF is not currently hiring. Looking for Farm Work? While the Queensland Farmers’ Federation does not offer job search services we have compiled several job boards to assist you: Ag Jobs Queensland Farm Jobs Queensland Harvest Trail agrilabour.com.au fruitpickingjobs.com.au agworkforce.com.au backpackerjobboard.com.au CANEGROWERS – Jobs Board Other information Queensland Agricultural Workforce Network (QAWN) Rimfire Resources Information for temporary visa holders and seasonal workers in agribusiness and fisheries. Get ready for farm work at the Farm Ready Hub

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AgTech Advisory workshop series builds digital agriculture capability across Queensland

Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) recently delivered an AgTech training series designed to lift digital capability across Queensland’s agriculture sector.

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Biosecurity in the Boardroom

Biosecurity in the Boardroom is an initiative aimed at raising awareness and driving engagement across the corporate sector to place biosecurity on their agenda.

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10 Things to Know - 1 December 2025

In 2026, CANEGROWERS will reach a major milestone, celebrating 100 years of representing Queensland’s sugarcane industry. As part of the celebrations CANEGROWERS are shining a light on the growers who’ve made their mark on their patch of...

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10 Things to Know - 17 November 2025

CANEGROWERS and George the Farmer have launched a new song and educational video, Sugarcane Train. The resources showcase how Queensland sugarcane is grown and processed, with curriculum-aligned materials coming in 2026.

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Biosecurity in the Boardroom – elevating the impact of biosecurity risk for sectors outside of agriculture

Biosecurity has always been a priority for farmers, but it’s clear that it’s now everyone’s business. This message was front and centre at the launch of Biosecurity in the Boardroom, a new initiative by QFF in partnership with...

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Biosecurity in the Boardroom initiative highlights risks posed to businesses across all sectors

The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF), in partnership with Biosecurity Queensland, has launched a new initiative, Biosecurity in the Boardroom, to highlight the growing risks biosecurity incursions pose to businesses across all...

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Queensland Farmers' Federation welcomes Energy Roadmap founded on core principles of affordability, reliability and sustainability

The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) has welcomed the release of the Queensland Government’s Energy Roadmap, which provides greater certainty for farmers, landholders and rural communities as Queensland further develops its energy...

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Inquiry into Sugarcane Bioenergy Opportunities in Queensland

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10 Things to Know – 7 October 2025

More than 150 growers, consultants and industry supporters came together at Adora Downs for the Darling Downs Cotton Growers Inc. Annual Awards Night, celebrating excellence across the region.

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