Ag exporters will now find it easier to do business following new export control legislation
A re-drafted legal framework for Australia’s agricultural exports commenced on 28 March 2021, streamlining the way farmers, other primary producers and exporters do business with our trading partners. Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management David Littleproud said the Australian Government was committed to ensuring relevant, responsive and efficient export legislation. “We are making it […]
Report released to attract more workers to agriculture and dispels some work myths
A new report released by the Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) has aimed to identify and dispel common myths about working in agriculture to encourage more young people on their gap year to experience the sector. The Growing in Ag Report conducted a research survey and utilised other data to further agriculture’s understanding of the perceived […]
Southern Cross University awarded $1.2m for collaborative research
Southern Cross University has emerged as the only member of the Regional Universities Network to be successful in the latest round of federal government research funding. The University was awarded $1.2 million from the Australian Research Council for two new Linkage Projects in collaboration with industry and community.“It’s great to see Southern Cross University performing […]
Farmers encouraged to attend Airbnb agritourism webinars for Queensland home stays
Farmers interested in becoming short stay landlords and growing the state’s agritourism sector through farm stays are encouraged to attend free industry webinars in April. The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) and Airbnb have partnered to facilitate webinars showcasing Australian farmers. It features farmers that have already who found success starting up their own agritourism experiences […]