Dairy Council Praises China FTA
The Australian Dairy Industry Council has applauded the confirmation that the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) will come into force on December 20.
Three Tick Line Options Released
DAF is seeking feedback from local landholders about three proposed locations for the new cattle tick line
Boehringer Plans Business Swap
It was too early to comment on the local implications of a proposal by Boehringer Ingelheim to “swap” its consumer healthcare business for an animal health business, a company spokesman said on Tuesday night.
Cattle ‘Greener’ Than Predicted
Methane emissions from cattle in Australia are 24 per cent lower than previously estimated, equivalent to 12.6 million tonnes of carbon dioxide a year, following analysis of new Australian research data.
Moreton Resources Eyes Rail Link
Moreton Resources could consider exporting coal from its proposed Coolabunia coal mine via rail.
Bumper Prices At Coolabunia Sales
Yarding numbers and prices have been well up at the Coolabunia Saleyards over the past four weeks
Nominate A Mobile ‘Black Spot’
Nominations for Round 2 of the Federal Government’s Mobile Black Spot Program close on December 31.
Family Launches Video Campaign
The recent approval of operational works on Stage 5 of the Summit View Estate in Kingaroy has sparked a renewed campaign by local residents frustrated by years of stormwater run-off problems linked to previous stages of the development.
Tick Line Proposals Worry Dairy Producers
QDO President Brian Tessmann has again expressed concerns about proposals to alter the tick line
Early Reporting Of Cattle Theft Is Key
SARCIS says one of its biggest barriers to solving crimes are delays in reporting suspected cattle theft
Golden Wattle Brings Mobile Services
The Federal Government’s Mobile Service Centre truck will be visiting the region next week to help South Burnett residents in outlying areas access information about government services.
New Plan Aims To Reduce Rabbits
An updated national plan to tackle rabbits was released for public comment today.
Free Info Nights For Rural Producers
Growcom and the Burnett Inland Economic Development Organisation (BIEDO) are joining forces to provide some social cheer, support and information to agricultural producers in the South Burnett next week.
QDO Alarmed By BJD Proposals
The Queensland Dairyfarmers Organisation is concerned by proposed changes to Queensland’s tick and Bovine Johne’s Disease (BJD) biosecurity legislation.
First Flight Launches Export Hopes
A business delegation from the South and North Burnett was on hand at Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport on Monday to witness the arrival of the first international flight into Australia’s newest airport
TAFE Staff Help Farmers
Staff and students from TAFE Queensland South West recently banded together to raise almost $2500 for Buy a Bale to support farmers in need.
Wagyu Cattle Project On Track
Gina Hancock’s wagyu cattle plans for the South Burnett are pressing ahead, with the first full-blood bulls already grazing on a property outside Kumbia, guests at the Mayor’s Charity Breakfast were told on Tuesday morning.
First Cargo Flight To China
History will be made this month when a Cathay Pacific Airways Boeing 747-8 freighter lands at Wellcamp Airport and then flies back to Hong Kong.
Farmers Get Low Down On Red Dirt
BMRG are running a workshop to show farmers how to get the best out of red cropping soils
Input Sought On BJD Framework
Cattle producers have been asked to comment on the Bovine Johne’s Disease Framework Document, the final step in the national BJD Review process.
