Sugar too big to ignore this state election
Leaders of Queensland’s peak sugar industry bodies – CANEGROWERS and the Australian Sugar Milling Council (ASMC) – have come together to discuss the industry’s...
Time for a smarter approach to water quality
For more than 150 years, Queensland’s sugarcane industry has been a cornerstone of our state and regional economies.
But growers are not just economic drivers...
Back the Bush: Support Queensland’s food and fibre producers this election
It’s sometimes easy to forget that behind every meal you enjoy - three times a day and 365 days a year - there are...
Austchilli part of US study tour
A study tour to be held in California this month will give Aussie vegetable growers insight into global innovations and emerging technology to support...
This State election, the future is in the stalks
We stand at a pivotal moment—a rare opportunity to build a transformative new industry in Queensland.
This is our chance to create thousands of...
Mill apprentices take out top awards
Training tradies is a major focus at Isis Central Sugar Mill and it’s paying off with Isis apprentices being recognised in trades training awards...
State Government appoints new position to benefit food farmers
The State Government has announced the appointment of an interim Food Farmers’ Commissioner.
On Wednesday 25 September, Charles Burke was appointed to the position after...
It’s time to pull together – let’s crush it!
Following the resolution of the long-running industrial pay dispute between Wilmar Sugar and the three unions representing mill workers last week, I urge our...
Roadshow shares combined interests
Melons Australia, alongside other fruit and vegetable associations, hosted their final roadshow of the year in Bundaberg on Tuesday 17 September.
The event saw...
Industry Conference – A chance to have our voice heard
Time is ticking down to the Queensland state election in late October.
Thankfully just four short weeks before voting day, our industry conference, Back...
Soy beans prove tough crops for tough conditions
Dollars and durability are two big reasons soybeans continue to remain the summer crop of choice for many farmers on the eastern seaboard of...
Australian Avocados a smash hit on international awards stage
Australian Avocados has clinched Marketing Campaign of the Year at the Asia Fruit Awards presented at Asia Fruit Logistica celebrating an extraordinary campaign and...
Christmas Day forecast for Bundaberg
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued its Christmas Day forecast for the Wide Bay region.
Bundaberg is predicted to reach a top temperature of...
