AgForce Cattle President Bim Struss is urging local producers to take advantage of the recently announced extension for tick line free investigations. The Queensland Government has extended the date for submissions to February 29th. “AgForce will now consult with producers and farmers all over … [Read more...]
Murweh a priority for wild animal funding
The eradication of wild animals from our properties is a constant battle for Murweh farmers. Following recommendations handed down from those who confront the issue on a daily basis, Agriculture Minister Bill Byrne is now calling for an all inclusive approach on tackling the problem. “After … [Read more...]
Agforce appeals for national drought assistance
Agforce has urged Federal Government to rethink its drought assistance policy and recognise existing frameworks miss the mark as primary producers across Queensland continue to suffer the worst drought in a generation. At a meeting in Canberra yesterday with Minister for Agriculture, Barnaby … [Read more...]
Your Charleville News Wrap
Charleville state high school says thank-you to firey’s, anglers look for the best fishing spots and Charleville showgirls are heating up for a showcase event. This is your Charleville News Wrap. … [Read more...]
Your Charleville News Wrap
Charleville faces some legendary contenders, local business gets a health check and the town set to flock to the streets and take out the trash. … [Read more...]
AgForce congratulates new State Government
AGFORCE Queensland congratulated new Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and committed to working with her and her government to ensure a prosperous agriculture sector. "After a confusing time for Queenslanders over the last two weeks it is good to have some clarity around who will lead our state," … [Read more...]
A Voice for Rural and Regional Queensland
Agriculture lobby group, Agforce, says it believes that the state election result whilst confused will bode well for Agriculture in the future. Agforce has voiced its many concerns throughout the Queensland state election regarding the lack of representation of the state’s Agriculture … [Read more...]
Producers Push Agriculture in Face of Election
With the uncertainty as to who will form a new State Government continues today, AgForce implores all elected Members of Parliament, including those involved in negotiation talks, to recognise the importance of agriculture and the policies required to allow the sector to thrive in … [Read more...]
Farm Groups Unite in Face of Election
QUEENSLAND’S agricultural groups have today urged any incoming State Government to refocus on industry-specific issues following Saturday’s election to bolster confidence within the sector and capitalise upon significant growth opportunities. AgForce and Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) … [Read more...]
Agforce Lists Demands for 2015 Election
Reducing regulatory burden, securing a long-term future for agriculture and investing in the industry is what Agforce hopes those that are vying for a seat in the upcoming election are taking seriously. Agforce has this week released its State Election 2015 priorities detailing key policies to be … [Read more...]
