Chicken Farmers Lose $150m Contracts
Chicken processor Baiada is cancelling contracts with all chicken farmers in south-east Queensland, following its announcement earlier this week that it is closing its Ipswich plant.
Bill Aims To Cut Export Red Tape
The Federal Government is seeking feedback on proposed legislation which aims to simplify agricultural exports.
Drought Funding Available
Toowoomba Regional Council is urging community groups within its region to apply for funding through the Community Drought Support grant program.
RIRDC Adopts A New Name
The Rural Industries Research & Development Corporation (RIRDC) has changed its trading name to “AgriFutures Australia”.
ACTU Slams Working Visa Program
The ACTU has slammed the Federal Government for extending the working holiday visa program which the Fair Work Ombudsman has claimed allows the systemic exploitation of temporary visa workers.
Lohse To Stand In Callide
Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party has named the candidate who will now be standing in Callide following the dumping of previous candidate Elise Cottam in February.
Workshop Aims To Improve Farm Safety
The Queensland Farmers Federation will hold a one-day workshop in Kingaroy next February to help South Burnett farm businesses reduce risks and increase efficiency and compliance.
Market Softer In Murgon
The 850 head yarded in Murgon last Tuesday met a softer market throughout.
Please Don’t Burn Our Poles: Ergon
Property owners planning burn-offs have been urged by Ergon Energy to take precautions to prevent damage to the electricity network.
Producers Warned To Tighten Biosecurity
Recent changes to management of Bovine Johne’s Disease reinforce the importance of having robust farm biosecurity protocols and practices in place – regardless of the type of livestock – farmers have been warned.
Swickers Protest ‘A Joke’
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has labelled Wednesday afternoon’s animal rights protest outside Swickers in Kingaroy as “a joke”.
BMRG To Receive $615,000
The State Government is investing $615,000 in three strategic projects to be run by the Burnett Mary Regional Group.
Local Producers Shine At Ekka
South Burnett producers have scooped the carcass awards in the prestigious Paddock To Palate Competition
Wandering Cattle Cause Havoc
Maidenwell resident Max Forsyth fears that wandering cattle which appear to have escaped from a local property could cause a major traffic accident.
Chemical Company Fined $100,000
Agricultural chemical manufacturer Accensi Pty Ltd has been fined $100,000 for supplying herbicides containing chemical ingredients not listed in the registered formulation.
$1m For ‘Fair Price’ Milk Marketing
The State Government has put forward almost a million dollars for ‘Fair Price’ milk marketing
Market Eases Back
The market for most descriptions was tougher at the Murgon cattle sale on Tuesday, where 600 head were yarded – 25 per cent fewer than a fortnight ago.
BIEDO Organises Two Workshops
The Burnett Inland Economic Development Organisation (BIEDO) has a number of events planned to assist local not-for-profit organisations, businesses and farmers.
Warning About ‘Natural’ Horse Cures
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority is advising retailers to use caution when stocking veterinary products for horses, following concerns a number of “natural” horse products being sold may not be registered.
Beetle Fan Spreads The Word
Dung beetles are probably farmers’ greatest – and most hard-working – little friends, but also their most easily forgotten.
