Nats Vow To Scrap Biosecurity Levy
National Party Leader and Member for Maranoa David Littleproud has promised a future Coalition Federal Government will scrap the biosecurity levy introduced in this week’s Federal Budget.
Red Earth To Lead Drought Projects
Five local community groups will receive more than $387,000 to deliver projects in the South and North Burnett and Darling Downs, thanks to the Federal Government’s Future Drought Fund.
AgForce ‘Disappointed’ With Budget
AgForce has described Tuesday night’s Federal Budget as a budget of “missed opportunities” which ignored practical solutions that could have eased financial strain and strengthened agriculture.
Local ‘Super’ Cooking Oil Hits Market
Kingaroy-based Plenty Foods has releases a super high oleic safflower oil, the first on the Australian market.
$176,000 Fines From Agri Crackdown
The Fair Work Ombudsman has urged agriculture sector employers to prioritise compliance with labour laws.
Workshops To Focus On Value-Adding
Two all-day workshops will be held in the South Burnett later this month to help inspire local producers to value-add to their businesses.
Tighter Market For Weaners
Murgon Agents yarded 750 head on Wednesday, April 26 – a day later than normal due to the ANZAC Day public holiday.
Nanango Show Lights Up!
Everything old and new was put under the spotlights – literally – at this year’s 114th Nanango Show.
Warning To Canola Growers
Canola growers have been warned not to use haloxyfop on canola destined for export.
Dusty Tracks Led To Tingoora
Friends and family members of Val and Graeme Wicks gathered at their Tingoora property last Saturday for a morning tea to launch a special book.
Opportunity For Young Artists!
Hey kids! It’s time again to enter the annual Farm Safety calendar competition hosted by Workplace Health and Safety Queensland.
Nick Toasts Silver Medal Win
A little over two years ago, Clovely Estate head winemaker Nick Pesudovs started experimenting with a new product for the South Burnett … gin.
Beekeepers Urged To Check Hives
Queensland beekeepers have been urged to check their hives to ensure the State is free of varroa mite.
Peak Group Calls For Labelling ‘Truth’
eastAUSmilk – the successor to the Queensland Dairyfarmers Organisation – has reiterated calls for truth in labelling when it comes to dairy products.
Free Workshops For Farmers
Four free workshops for farmers will be held in the South Burnett over the next few weeks, hosted by the South Burnett Regional Council and BIEDO.
Growers Warned To Check For Mice
Growers have been urged to check their paddocks for signs of mouse activity as reports of infestations emerge.
Numbers Dip At Murgon Sale
Yarding numbers were reduced to 450 at the latest fortnightly cattle sale in Murgon on Tuesday (March 28).
Nanango Getting Ready For Show
Nanango Show Society members held a small celebration at the showgrounds on Saturday afternoon to name their 2023 showgirls and Rural Ambassador.
Plan Bee To Protect Avocado Exports
Bees could help prove Australian avocados are free of a pathogen that could be a barrier to exports, according to research by the University of Queensland and the CSIRO.
Future Looks Bright At Goomeri
The sun shone brightly on Goomeri’s 83rd Show on Saturday, and if the number of entrants in the Showgirl and Rural Ambassador competitions is any indication, the show also has a bright future!
