New resources to grow the next gen of ag workers
A range of new resources will help teachers and advisors encourage young people to consider a career in Australia’s constantly evolving and modern agriculture...
Agribusiness Forum a hit
Cattle farmers Ben and Alice Roughan were among 30 producers who participated in a free Agribusiness forum hosted by Somerset Regional Council (SRC).
Mr and...
BOM warning for sheep graziers
With a cold front approaching, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a warning directed at sheep graziers in several regions of Queensland.
The...
Poultry sector needs mandatory code
A final report from the National Farmers’ Federation on 3 April concluded mandatory code was the only way to address poultry sector issues.
The NFF’s...
BOM releases Drought Statement
The Bureau of Meteorology released a Drought Statement on Friday 5 April.
For Australia as a whole, the area-averaged rainfall total for March was 86.1...
Coalition, Greens and independents unite behind farmers
Australian farmers representative groups have welcome the support of Coalition, Greens and independent MPs, who voted together in opposition to the Government's Biosecurity Protection...
Ambassadors workshop ideas
Past, present, and future Rural Ambassadors came together at High Country Droughtmasters in Eskdale on Saturday 6 April to share ideas, experiences and lessons...
Farmers welcome revised New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, but remain alert on impacts
Farmers welcome new parliamentary amendments to delay timelines for the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard legislation, but continue to warn impacts may be felt by...
Research investigating ways to put methane reducing technology into the paddock
New research is investigating the potential of a lick-block formula that could help reduce methane emissions from livestock.
This research is part of a collaboration...
Producers invited to learn finances
Producers in Somerset are invited to expand their knowledge with a free workshop exploring financial planning and legalities to future proof their operations.
The...
Rosewood Formal goes off
Year 12 from Rosewood State High School held their formal last week at the North Ipswich Reserve Coroporate Centre.
The event saw students make...
