Controlled Traffic Farming – a system that uses satellites to improve soil health and minimise compaction – has become very popular in the South Burnett over the past 15 years or so.
South Burnett Mayor Wayne Kratzmann has received a letter of support from Prime Minister Julia Gillard assuring him that the Federal Government is “absolutely committed” to supporting the South Burnett after the Australia Day weekend floods.
Movement restrictions will be removed from at least 20 Queensland cattle properties over the next week, while another trace forward property has tested positive with Bovine Johne’s Disease (BJD).
Agriculture Minister John McVeigh today called on the Federal Government to upgrade mobile phone coverage urgently across the flood-hit North Burnett region.
Agriculture Minister John McVeigh says saleyards are a vital part in the cattle supply chain, dismissing concerns expressed late last year by the RSPCA.
“If you need help, it’s available” – that’s the message from Farm Financial Counsellor Alan Broome
Agriculture Minister John McVeigh has announced fee relief for some primary producers and businesses impacted by the recent floods, but the South Burnett has missed out so far.
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has established a team of 12 Flood Recovery Liaison Officers to work with local communities as they begin the huge task of rebuilding farming enterprises and associated businesses after the recent floods.
Mines Minister Andrew Cripps has named the committee that will oversee the implementation of the State Government’s “Six-Point Action Plan” to address conflicts between farmers and resources company over land access.
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has congratulated the State Government on offering Disaster Support loans for just 1.7 per cent interest.
NBN Co has begun lodging development applications with the South Burnett Regional Council
While the South Burnett is desperate to get its Disaster Funding upgraded to “Category C”, the chairman of the umbrella council organisation for the region is pushing for an even higher level, “Category D”.
Flood-affected Queenslanders are being warned to lookout for travelling conmen hoping to cash-in on their misfortune as they attempt to rebuild after the recent natural disaster.
The farmers around Byee and Silverleaf are hurting … their crops, and more importantly, their topsoil was washed away during the Australia Day weekend floods.
Federal Member for Maranoa Bruce Scott today met with Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus in a bid to make sure Maranoa farmers receive their fair share of flood assistance funding.
The Queensland Dairyfarmers Organisation (QDO) has welcomed news that the State and Federal Governments have escalated disaster relief arrangements for Gympie Shire, but says the South Burnett needs to be added to the list.
The South Burnett Regional Council is requesting assistance to gather photos of farms affected by the Australia Day weekend floods to send to the Federal Government.
There’s no doubt that last weekend’s rain caused millions of dollars damage, and brought pain and grief to many Queenslanders … but even the darkest clouds can have a silver lining.
AgForce General President Ian Burnett is saddened and concerned by the extent of damage to rural properties and communities across Queensland as a result of the 2013 flood event.
The State Government has appointed two more Disaster Recovery Co-ordinators, making a total of three to oversee the recovery and rebuilding of Queensland following the Australia Day weekend floods.
