November 15, 2024
Newly appointed Primary Industries Minister Tony Perrett has marked National Agriculture Day by emphasising the State Government’s commitment to “supercharging” Queensland agriculture.
“Our farmers and regional communities are the backbone of Queensland’s economy,” Minister Perrett said.
“This plan is about unlocking potential, driving investment, and delivering long-term certainty for the sector and we are committed to putting Queensland agriculture first.”
Mr Perrett said the State Government would strengthen Queensland’s biosecurity with a $50 million boost, including 100 new staff in regional communities.
He said the government also remained committed to consulting with stakeholders, ensuring that policy decisions were grounded in scientific evidence and delivered “real benefits to Queensland’s farmers, fishers and timber producers”.
National Agriculture Day is an initiative of the National Farmers Federation.
