Scientists Target LSD Vaccines
Research is under way in Queensland to develop local vaccines and field tests for Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) in cattle.
Georgie Joins FRRR Board
Well-known South Burnett businesswoman Georgie Somerset AM has added the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) to her long list of Board appointments.
Cattle Market Stays Firm
Murgon’s fortnightly combined agents sale on Tuesday drew a yarding of 900, and values remained strong throughout.
Weed Killer Found In Urine
A study by University of Queensland researchers has found 8 per cent of urine samples drawn from the general public contained a common weed killer.
Get Ready Now, Urges MP
Farmers are urged to prepare now for possible flooding and other disasters to help ensure the safety of family, workers and animals.
Local Groups Share Grants
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has allocated extra funding for her latest Local Hero Grants round due to a strong group of applications.
Georgie Retains Top Role
Durong grazier Georgie Somerset has been re-elected General President of AgForce.
Have You Say On Horse Transport
The national Animal Welfare Task Group (ATWG) is seeking the views of horse owners, livestock transporters and other interested stakeholders on proposed changes to the national standards for equine transport on land.
Rally Ready For A Huge Saturday!
There’s twice as many exhibits for visitors to browse – and probably drool over – this weekend than at a regular Kingaroy & District Vintage Machinery Club rally!
Survey To Identify Key Needs
South Burnett Regional Council has received disaster recovery and resilience funding, and is asking the community to suggest key areas where it could be spent.
Fireweed Found In South Burnett
South Burnett Regional Council has issued a Weed Biosecurity Alert after an outbreak of Fireweed was detected for the first time in the South Burnett.
Awards Recognise Rural Women
Applications are now open for the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award, which celebrates the leadership of women involved in rural industries and communities.
Doctors Issue Q Fever Alert
The Wide Bay Public Health Unit is urging residents who work with animals to get vaccinated against Q Fever.
BOM Confirms Third La Niña
The Bureau of Meteorology has formally declared what has been tipped for several weeks … a third La Niña is now under way in the Pacific Ocean.
MP Lobbies To End Bee Deadline
A proposal to extend National Park access to beekeepers until 2044 has been supported by local MP Deb Frecklington, but she has questioned why a deadline is needed at all.
Thank You BlazeAid!
The BlazeAid volunteers who have been working on South Burnett properties since February this year have now packed up camp and left Murgon.
Disaster Deadlines Extended
Primary producers and businesses affected by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Seth and last year’s November/December floods have been granted extra time to apply for Extraordinary Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants.
MP Requests Disaster Extension
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has urged the State Government to extend the deadlines for Disaster Assistance Grants.
Farm Exports Tipped To Reach $70.3b
ABARES’ September quarter Agricultural Commodities Report has predicted agricultural export earnings will climb to a record $70.3 billion for 2022-23, almost 50 per cent more than 10 years ago, even after accounting for inflation.
Duo Trailblazes Jobs Program
Two young people from Mongolia are spearheading a potential new source of labour for Australian farmers.
