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.
Backing farmers and the agricultural industry through the Ag2030 plan
The Australian Government has released the May 2021 Delivering Ag2030 plan, highlighting further measures that the government has put in place to back the agricultural industry as it works towards its goal of $100 billion production by 2030. Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management David Littleproud said the agricultural industry has been crucial to […]
Future Drought Fund is expected to build drought resilient communities
First round applications have opened for a share of $4.5 million on offer under the Networks to Build Drought Resilience program. The program will support the community organisations, networks and infrastructure that help people and communities prepare for, and live through, times of drought. The Networks to Build Drought Resilience program was part of the […]
Kubota Q1 revenue reflects rising ag equipment sales
Kubota’s first quarter revenue enjoyed a 20% bump over last year thanks in the main to increased sales from its Farm & Industrial Machinery division
Support for farmers in Victorian state budget 2021-22 limited to $20 million
Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas delivered a big-spending recovery budget with $3.8 billion thrown into mental health and $10 billion in infrastructure funding that includes new schools and hospitals
CNH Industrial sees agriculture, powertrain revenue growth
CNH Industrial reported first quarter 2021 consolidated revenues of US$7.5 billion, up 37% compared to the first quarter of 2020.
QFF welcomes drought-proofing funding for farmers
Queensland farmers are encouraged to apply for funding for drought-proofing works after the state and federal governments partnered to extend the On-farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme
CommBank says Aussie shoppers prefer Aussie made
Inaugural CommBank Consumer Insights Report claims to reveal how the pandemic has reshaped consumer behaviours and intentions.