Loan Rates Cut, Farm Debt Rises
Interest rates for the State Government’s First Start and Sustainability Loans have been cut with the aim of stimulating further investment and support for Queensland’s agricultural sector.
Buyers Hoof It To The South Burnett
Cattle studs aren’t usually the highlight of a weekend out touring in the country … but for this load of travellers, cattle studs will be all that they’ll be wanting to see when their coach cruises around the South Burnett next month.
Farmers Fear Costs Of Carbon Tax
The National Farmers’ Federation has renewed its call for the Federal Government to do more to stop the costs of the carbon tax being passed on to the nation’s farmers.
Pest & Weed Day In Durong This Monday
A “Targeting Pests & Weeds” information day will be held at Durong Hall on the Durong-Mundubbera Road from 10:00am to3:00pm this Monday June 25.
Crushing Solution For Weed Seeds
One of the most anticipated technologies in Australian agriculture, the Harrington Seed Destructor, has progressed to commercial production.
Pest & Weed Day In Kingaroy This Friday
A “Targeting Pests & Weeds” information day will be held at the former Kingaroy DPI Research Station in Goodger Road, Kingaroy from 10:00am to 3:00pm this Friday, June 22.
No New Tick Officer For Kingaroy
Kingaroy won’t be getting a new Tick Officer despite a vocal push from local graziers.
AgForce Is Looking For Winners
Are you an innovative red meat producer? Do you know of a restaurant that serves outstanding beef or lamb? Do you know someone who is a future leader of the red meat industry?
Farmers Seek Urgent Briefing
Over Native Title Changes
The National Farmers’ Federation is seeking “an immediate and full briefing” from the Federal Attorney-General Nicola Roxon over proposed changes to Native Title legislation announced today.
NFF Urges Banks To Pass
On Full Interest Rate Cut
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed today’s interest rate cut, calling on financial lenders to pass the full 0.25 per cent cut to their agribusiness customers.
One Hump Or Two?
Queensland’s first-ever Camel Field Day is definitely going ahead on Saturday … despite the rain!
Ruralco Buys Stake In Elders
Ruralco Holdings has acquired a 10.1 per cent stake in Elders but both companies say there is no current intention of making a takeover bid.
AgForce Welcomes New Officers
AgForce has welcomed the announcement by the State Government of the appointment of 15 new pest and weed officers in Queensland, saying it is a positive first step.
$1.6m Boost To Protect Biodiversity
South Burnett Regional Council will receive $1.6 million over the next six years to implement biodiversity and climate change programs across the region.
Crop Protection Officer
Appointed For Kingaroy
A new Crop Protection Officer will be stationed in Kingaroy – one of the 15 new biosecurity officers promised by the LNP in the lead-up to the State Election and announced by the government today.
AgForce To Host Pest &
Weed Information Days
South Burnett primary producers have been invited to attend special information days focussing on the latest research about local pests and weeds to held next month in Kingaroy and Durong.
Country Living v City …
How Does It Measure Up?
The latest Roy Morgan Research “State of the Nation” snapshot paints a depressing view of country living versus city life.
Seeney Locks The Gate
On Anti-CSG Campaigner
Queensland Deputy Premier Jeff Seeney vowed today that the “extreme views” of Lock The Gate “alarmists” such as Drew Hutton would not derail the State Government’s establishment of the new Gasfields Commission.
Water Impact Report Shows 528
Bores Will Be Affected By CSG
The draft Surat Underground Water Impact Report, released today, shows that out of about 21,000 private water bores in the Surat area, 85 are expected to be affected by Coal Seam Gas mining within three years … and 528 will be affected in the long-term.
Beef Forum At Boondooma
A BeefUp Forum to assist for cattle producers will be held at Boondooma Homestead on May 31.
