Have your say on the National Soil Action Plan
Public consultation is now open on Australia’s first national action plan on soil. First Assistant Secretary of Portfolio Strategy and Climate Policy at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry, Nick Blong, invited all stakeholders across the broad range of sectors supporting healthy soils to have their say and help shape the final action plan. […]
Financial stress is a key risk factor for anxiety among farmers
Curtin research into the mental health of farmers has found financial stress is a major contributing factor to their higher anxiety levels, and that one in five farmers are at risk of social isolation. The findings come directly from WA farmers who have participated in two online surveys as part of this research. The last […]
An anxious Reserve Bank feeling the vent of public anger only increases the rate by 0.25%
It appears public sentiment of not wanting to reach too deep into their pockets following two years of pandemics and the previous government cashing them up with a $1.1 trillion plus loan and deficit budgets get their message through to the Reserve Bank, to back off. And back off it did. Instead of the 0.50% […]
Plan for zero extinctions requires end to human population growth says Sustainable Population Australia
If the federal government is serious about its goal to prevent any new extinctions of Australian wildlife, it must understand that preservation of habitat is the key. According to Sustainable Population Australia (SPA), that requires an end to human population growth. Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek announced today zero extinctions target for the country’s plants and […]
Zero extinction target of threatened species critically important says Invasive Species Council
“Today’s announcement that Australia is adopting a zero extinction target as part of its Threatened Species Action Plan is very welcome news,” said Invasive Species Council conservation director James Trezise. “Australia has led the world when it comes to mammal extinctions and is fourth globally for the extinction of all animals. The zero extinction goal […]
Growing the vegetable industry has revealed a $4.7 billion increase in value
The Australian vegetable industry has grown significantly by taking advantage of changes in consumer incomes and tastes. ABARES Executive Director, Dr Jared Greenville said their latest research shows that vegetable industry growth has significantly outpaced the overall agricultural sector over the past five decades. “The vegetable sector has seen growth through a shift toward higher […]
The Nationals launch a regional listening tour to find out how to win next election
The Nationals leader David Littleproud has launched a national regional listening tour to listen and learn from regional voters, particularly those who left the party at this year’s election. Mr Littleproud said the party had to be honest about the election result and he genuinely wanted to hear from regional locals, particularly female voters and […]
Applications sought for Transport Women Australia Limited Driving the Difference Scholarship program
Transport Women Australia Limited (TWAL) is now accepting applications for the next round of Driving the Difference scholarships. Now in its fourth year, Daimler Truck Australia Pacific backed TWAL program will provide a unique opportunity for five women in the transport and logistics industry and those wishing to join. The scholarships enable the successful applicants […]
The Nationals call on Labor Government to explain their refusal of live sheep export advice
Following advice contrary to what the Independent Regulator has recommended has fired up The Nationals who are now calling on the Labor Government to explain why it’s refusing recommendations on live sheep exports. The Nationals leader David Littleproud said the Department of Agriculture’s Review as the Independent Regulator of live sheep exports by sea during […]
PASE grants of $4.95 million have been given to producers to establish and maintain international market access
As part of the $4.95 million in grants awarded to businesses a $316,100 PASE grant has helped create an online training platform for small-to-medium seafood exporters and those aspiring to access overseas markets. Agricultural Trade Group Acting Deputy Secretary, Nicola Hinder PSM, said the training resources will enable seafood businesses to assess whether they are […]