Short-term ‘surge’ Agri Counsellors now in Washington DC, Seoul and Riyadh
Short-term Agriculture Counsellors have hit the ground running in the United States, South Korea and Saudi Arabia, seeking out new export opportunities. There are three ‘surge’ counsellors as part of the Australian Government’s $72.7 million Agri Business Expansion Initiative. Counsellors are important to promoting Australia’s agricultural interests overseas and expanding export market opportunities for our […]
UNIQ virtual service inspires and prepares girls for career pathways
Companies from around Australia are throwing their support behind an innovative platform launched in Queensland to foster impactful conversations that will change the game for female representation in male-dominated industries. UNIQ You is a groundbreaking service and online platform that connects high school girls (and their guidance and career officers) with industry advisors drawn from […]
John Deere UAW strike continues with dealers in some markets counting their losses
The workers that Deere & Co vice president of labour relations Brad Morris described as, “The highest paid employees in the agriculture and construction industries,” have continued their 60-plus day strike. A survey of dealers in several markets have concluded some form of lost business through dwindling parts and also impacts such as delays on […]
Business grants worth $111.9 million up for grabs in Northern Australia
Applications for the first round of $111.9 million worth of grants opened today for eligible businesses in Australia’s north looking to expand, diversify or grow a new industry. The applications close on 10 December 2021. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia, David Littleproud, said this first round of Northern Australia Development Program grants is about backing […]
Have your say on agriculture export amendments before 30 November 2021
Public consultation is now open on proposed amendments to the Export Control Rules 2021. Deputy Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, David Hazlehurst said the consultation was part of a six-month review into the new legal framework for agricultural exports. “Earlier this year we introduced a new legal system for agricultural […]
ARC project plans to reverse decline of Sydney rock oyster with a $541,352 grant
A UNSW scientist has received a $541,352 Discovery Indigenous grant from the Australian Research Council [ARC] to help the Sydney rock oyster acclimatise to climate change in the hope of preventing future declines in the species’ production. The multi-university research project, led by Indigenous Scientia Senior Lecturer and ARC DAATSIA Fellow, Dr Laura Parker from […]
Farmers adopt sustainable land practices as part of their daily routine according to survey
The majority of farmers surveyed in a recent on-farm study are using sustainable land management practices to improve the natural resource base and drought resilience. The findings from the Natural Resource Management and Drought Resilience survey of farm practices demonstrates the agriculture sector’s commitment to sustainable land management. The findings show just how much sustainable […]
Future Drought Fund creating drought resilient leaders in Queensland
The Australia Government is investing in building drought resilient leaders through the $5 billion Future Drought Fund (FDF). Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia, David Littleproud said 23 participants have been selected for the Drought Resilience Leaders program in Central West Queensland. “Farmers and members of the community here in Central West Queensland will have the […]
Future Drought Fund’s first year sets a strong foundation for drought resilience
The Australian Government has released the inaugural Future Drought Fund Annual Report, covering 2020–2021. The FDF has long been presented as a flagship of the Australian Government’s Drought Response, Resilience and Preparedness Plan. On the 1st of July 2020, eight Future Drought Fund programs designed to build resilience to future droughts were launched. The first […]
Business Competitiveness Program $500K grant for Victorian Manufacturers
The Victorian government has recently launched the Business Competitiveness Program (BCP) to stimulate a COVID-19 recovery. BCP is designed to assist small and medium manufacturers to expand their operations, implement new technologies and help create new jobs. The program is aimed at expanding manufacturers with at least $1.5m turnover and 20+ staff. On offers are […]