Grazing Plan For Solar Farm
If the Kingaroy solar farm goes ahead, it doesn’t mean the land would be quarantined from future agricultural uses, according to Terrain Solar director Simon Ingram.
Will Kingaroy Solar Farm Be Next?
The approval this week by Southern Downs Council of a $125 million project by Terrain Solar near Warwick has some South Burnett residents concerned the company’s proposed Kingaroy solar farm could be next.
Rural Service Extended To 2020
The Rural Financial Counselling Service, which provides assistance to farmers experiencing financial hardship or drought, has been extended to 2020.
Prices Down In Murgon
Ongoing dry conditions in many parts of Queensland and NSW are having an effect on cattle local markets.
AgForce Releases Budget Wish List
An investment in road and rail infrastructure, extra help for drought-affected communities and the continued roll-out of wild dog fences top AgForce’s wish list for next week’s State Budget.
Are You A Regional Trailblazer?
The ABC is looking for applications from young people in regional Australia for its annual Trailblazers project.
Key Forum For Beef Producers
Beef producers and agribusinesses wanting insights into the latest research on pasture dieback, cattle herds and genetics have been encouraged to attend a free forum to be held at the Brian Pastures Research Station near Gayndah this month.
Expert Panel To Review Tree Cover
A panel of scientists appointed by the beef industry will meet in Brisbane for the first time later this month as part of its review of vegetation management across Australia.
QCA Has Ignored Farmers: QFF
The Queensland Farmers Association says the Queensland Competition Authority (QCA) has ignored farmers with its latest regional electricity price recommendations.
Japan’s Going Nuts For PCA
Kingaroy peanuts have received some surprise publicity courtesy of Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk’s trade mission to Japan this week.
Disease Check At Abattoirs
Animal Health Australia has launched a new cattle surveillance trial based around inspections at abattoirs.
MP Welcomes New Acland Orders
Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington has welcomed the issuing of final orders by the Supreme Court on Monday in regards to the proposed Stage 3 coal mine expansion at Acland.
Plant Cutting Seized At Airport
Biosecurity officers have seized a cumquat cutting at Brisbane Airport which had allegedly been hidden inside the innertube of a tyre.
Mark Wins $25,000 First Prize
Goodger campdrafter Mark Buttsworth has pocketed the $25,000 first prize at the inaugural Campdraft Super Series, held at the Warwick Showgrounds on the weekend.
Entries Open For Farm Safety Calendar
The annual Farm Safety Calendar competition is on again, with Workplace Health and Safety Queensland calling for entries from local schoolchildren for the 2019 edition.
Timber Harvest Breaks Record
Australia’s annual timber harvest has reached a record level, according to figures released on Thursday by the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences.
Schools On Show At Blackbutt
Large crowds rolled up for the 84th Blackbutt Show held on Saturday … and the weather and attractions didn’t disappoint.
Opposition ‘Spray’ Over Weeds
Opposition agriculture spokesman Tony Perrett has given the State Government a “spray” over delays in releasing a Parliamentary Report on the impact of invasive weeds.
Drought Status Revoked
Summer rain has led to the State Government revoking the drought-declared status for the Gympie, North Burnett and Western Downs regional council areas.
SunPork Aims To Boost Exports
SunPork Fresh Foods has received a financial boost from the State Government to help the Kingaroy-based company expand its international sales.
