Imported khapra beetle detected by warehouse staff in WA and quickly dispatched
A detection of exotic khapra beetle in imported flat cardboard packaging was reported by biosecurity trained staff at an Australian Biosecurity registered warehouse in WA in early June, and quickly rendered harmless. It is estimated, if left unchecked, this pest could devastate Australia’s $7 billion grain export industry, and even a part incursion could cost […]
More funding up to $1 million for communities to address the impacts of drought
The Australian Government is continuing to support regions doing it tough, with over $1 million being shared among 27 community-based projects under the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal’s award-winning Tackling Tough Times Together program. Many regional and rural communities continue to address the devastating impacts of drought and require support to deliver projects which will […]
Fresh categories launch a new era of the Premier’s Sustainability Awards
Entries are now open for the Premier’s Sustainability Awards 2021, Victoria’s prestigious annual sustainability awards program, and farmers are encouraged to enter. In its nineteenth year, the award categories have been refreshed to ensure they reflect contemporary ideas of sustainability in Victoria and align with global best practice. Sustainability Victoria has aligned this year’s award […]
Strengthened trade with India includes the India-Australia Grains Partnership
Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management David Littleproud met virtually with the Indian Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Minister of Rural Development and Minister of Food Processing Industries, Narendra Singh Tomar to discuss improving trade links between the two countries. “Today was an important meeting with Minister Tomar – it is a true […]
Australia and New Zealand trial world-leading IN biosecurity technologies
Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) are jointly collaborating to develop and trail world-leading auto-detection algorithms for 3D X-Ray technology to enhance biosecurity screening and speed travel. The two nations have agreed to continue collaboration and to trial technology approaches across biosecurity screening arrangements on both sides of the Tasman. Australia and New Zealand enjoy a […]
Future Drought Fund will deliver better risk management for the Northern Territory
Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management David Littleproud and Northern Territory Minister for Agribusiness and Aquaculture Nicole Manison said the Future Drought Fund programs will support farmers and regions to build resilience to future droughts. “The $9.85 million Regional Drought Resilience Planning program supports partnerships of regional organisations, councils, communities and farmers to develop regional drought resilience plans,” Minister […]
Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook already under the microscope
A wetter than average winter is expected across much of the country, according to the Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook for June 2021 to August 2021. The Bushfire and Natural Hazards Cooperative Research Centre (BNHCRC) today published its mid-year seasonal bushfire outlook which covers all states and territories through to August. Fire management remains a year-round […]
Commonwealth Biosecurity 2030 will build a stronger future biosecurity system
Commonwealth Biosecurity 2030 was released today and outlines the Australian Governments roadmap to build a stronger, smarter biosecurity system through to 2030. Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment and Australia’s Director of Biosecurity, Mr Andrew Metcalfe AO, said it would ensure Australia’s biosecurity system stays ahead of current and growing biosecurity […]
Seafood grant worth $267,000 will help build trust in brand Australia
Seafood Industry Australia has been awarded a $267,000 Australian Government grant to strengthen consumer assurances in our premium seafood products. Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management David Littleproud and Assistant Minister for Forestry and Fisheries Jonathon Duniam said the investment would boost export opportunities through enhanced traceability. “With this funding, Seafood Industry Australia will […]
John Deere revenues rebound strongly
Deere & Company has seen worldwide net sales and revenues increase 30% in the second quarter of this year to US$12.058 billion, putting it on track for a 25% rise over 6 months.