Dairy Group Draws Up Federal Wish List
The Queensland Dairyfarmers’ Organisation has called on the next Federal Government to approach supermarkets to lift the price of their home-brand fresh milk.
BJD Protected Zone Abolished
Fears that the management of Bovine Johne’s Disease will be left solely to individual producers – and Queensland’s “protected zone” status will be abolished – were confirmed on Wednesday by Agriculture Minister Leanne Donaldson.
$15m Top-Up For Black Spots
The State Government will top up the Federal Mobile Black Spot Program with an added $15 million
Banks Forced Into Mediation
The Queensland Budget includes several measures aimed squarely at Queensland’s rural sector.
Wine Research Group To Hold Seminar
South Burnett wine grape growers will get expert advice on the vagaries of producing good wine grapes later this month.
Tick Line Announcement
Angers Cattle Producers
Friday morning’s announcement about the Tick Line has left South Burnett cattle producers angry and confused
Farmers Enjoy Free Day At Farmfest
More than 200 South Burnett farmers got to attend Farmfest in Toowoomba for free on Wednesday, thanks to a Community Drought Relief grant from the Department Of Communities, Child Safety and Disabilities.
Japan Ban Highlights BJD ‘Risk’
The LNP Opposition is again questioning the wisdom of the State Government’s move to dump Queens;and “protected zone” status for Bovine Johne’s Disease in the wake of the recent Japanese ban on live cattle imports.
They’re Off To The Ekka!
A special function was held at Tablelands Hall on Saturday night to announce the South Burnett’s representatives at the Brisbane Exhibition.
Japan Suspends Live Cattle Imports
Japan has temporarily suspended live cattle imports from Australia after dairy heifers tested posted to BJD
Autumn Breaks Temperature Records
Australia has just endured its hottest autumn on record according to a new report from the Climate Council.
QDO Slams Dairy Report
The Dairy Situation and Outlook report released on Wednesday by Dairy Australia fails to disclose the truth about the impacts of the supermarket milk price war, according to the Queensland Dairyfarmers’ Organisation.
More Money For Rural Roads
The SBRC plans to upgrade spending on the region’s rural roads over the next 12 months
Vet Pleads Guilty In Hendra Case
A Gold Coast veterinarian has been placed on a two-year $3000 good behaviour bond after pleading guilty to failing to meet workplace health and safety standards while drawing a blood sample from a horse suspected of having Hendra virus.
Minister ‘Ignoring Major Issues’: MP
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has challenged recent comments from Agriculture Minister Leanne Donaldson which reported a bright outlook for Queensland farmers.
AHA Presses On With BJD Overhaul
Animal Health Australia is pushing ahead with its deregulation of Bovine Johne’s Disease controls, despite opposition from some Queensland cattl;e producers.
QATC CEO Appointed
Mark Tobin has been appointed the new chief executive officer of rural training body, Queensland Agricultural Training Colleges.
Tiffany’s Tale Sells Safety Message
A woman who spent 40 minutes trapped in a potato processing machine and later had to undergo 30 hours of reconstructive surgery will be a special guest speaker at QRRRWN’s latest webinar on Friday (May 27).
Amnesty Declared On Exotic Reptiles
The State Government has declared a short amnesty to allow pet owners to surrender illegal non-native reptiles.
Scientists Target Herbicide Resistance
DAF researchers are investigating herbicide resistance in weeds, and they’re looking for farmers to help
