Water allocation prices forecast to remain low across the southern Murray-Darling Basin in 2021-22
The latest Water Market report indicates water allocation prices in the southern Murray-Darling Basin are likely to remain low in 2021–22. Water prices have fallen sharply in 2020–21 from the highs experienced in 2019–20, as the recent La Nina event has led to more favourable seasonal conditions and irrigation water supply. This has allowed allocations […]
Quad bikes identified as a major focus among ACCC’s 2021 product safety priorities
The ACCC has reinforced that it will focus on implementation of important safety standards relating to quad bikes in 2021. Including preparing consumers and businesses for a mandatory requirement for operator protection devices as it is introduced in October, ACCC Chair Rod Sims said. Mr Sims regards education, surveillance and enforcement in relation to the […]
AgJunction revenue hit hard by COVID
AgJunction’s reported final result for 2020 showed a 50% drop in revenue.
More Government assistance for NSW storms and floods as mop-up continues
Let’s run through the updates for Flood and Storm victim assistance in NSW. The Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) and Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) is supporting those significantly affected by the storms and flooding in more areas of New South Wales with over $71 million paid to flood affected residents at 30 March 2021. […]
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 […]
Additional assistance for NSW storms and floods with one off payments
The Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) and Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) has been extended to support those significantly affected by the storms and flooding in more areas of New South Wales. Over $32 million has been paid to flood affected residents at 27 March 2021. People in the Ballina, Bathurst, Bega Valley, Brewarrina, Byron, […]
QFF calls on state government to consider more farm safety options
The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) is calling on the state government to implement co-funding opportunities for farmers and other businesses. The funding would be used to undertake a range of safety improvements after redent statistics showed Queensland had one of the highest numbers of on-farm deaths in the country. The Non-intentional Farm Related Incidents in […]