Rural

Dingo Baiting Now Easier

Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Minister John McVeigh has announced new measures to make wild dog baiting easier and allow graziers to better co-ordinate district-wide baiting programs.

We’re Heading To The Ekka!

We’re Heading To The Ekka!

The best of the South Burnett’s many show winners were selected on Saturday to represent the region at the Brisbane Exhibition next month.

Bonanza Of Beef At Goomeri

Bonanza Of Beef At Goomeri

The Goomeri Beef Bonanza was held in conjunction with the 2012 South Burnett Sub-Chamber Finals – hosted by the Goomeri Show Society – at the Goomeri Showgrounds on Saturday.

MP Celebrates First 100 Days

MP Celebrates First 100 Days

Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington is celebrating the first 100 days of the LNP State Government

Could You Be Farmer Of The Year?

Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their contribution to Australian farming?

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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

$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.