Data-driven insights enhance Queensland's horticulture sector
Queensland horticultural growers will be better supported to tackle the complexities faced around climate risks, market challenges, and modern farm management with the announcement of a new project to be delivered state-wide from this month.
QFVG welcomes new Minister
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers has welcomed the appointment of Julie Collins MP as the new Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry over the weekend.
Australian pineapple industry heads north for annual Field Days
Townsville in North Queensland is gearing up to host Australia’s pineapple industry next week for their annual Pineapple Field Days.
Southern Queensland growers to learn the ‘tricks of the trade’ to maximise their bottom line
Southern Queensland horticultural growers are encouraged to ‘gear up’ for the Tricks of the Trade - Negotiation Tactics Masterclass coming soon to the Lockyer Valley (6 – 7 August) and the Scenic Rim (8 – 9 August).
Granite Belt growers to learn the ‘tricks of the trade’ to maximise their bottom line
Horticultural growers across the Granite Belt are encouraged to ‘gear up’ for the Tricks of the Trade - Negotiation Tactics Masterclass coming soon to Stanthorpe (16 - 17 July).
North Qld horticulture to learn the ‘tricks of the trade’ to maximise their bottom line
Horticultural growers across the State’s north are encouraged to ‘gear up’ for the Tricks of the Trade - Negotiation Tactics Masterclass coming soon to Bowen (2 – 3 July) and Ayr (4 – 5 July).
Wide Bay horticulture to learn the ‘tricks of the trade’ to maximise their bottom line
Wide Bay horticultural growers are encouraged to ‘gear up’ for the Tricks of the Trade – Negotiation Tactics Masterclass coming to Bundaberg from 23 – 24 July and 25 – 26 July.
Sunshine Coast horticulture to learn the ‘tricks of the trade’ to maximise their bottom line
Sunshine Coast horticultural growers are encouraged to ‘gear up’ for the Tricks of the Trade - Negotiation Tactics Masterclass coming soon to the Sunshine Coast (27 – 28 June) and Moreton Bay (18 – 19 July).
FNQ horticulture to learn the ‘tricks of the trade’ to maximise their bottom line
Horticultural growers across the State’s far north are encouraged to ‘gear up’ for the Tricks of the Trade - Negotiation Tactics Masterclass coming soon to Mareeba (29 – 30 July) and South Johnstone (1 – 2 August).
Queensland horticulture to learn the ‘tricks of the trade’ to maximise their bottom line
Queensland horticultural growers are being encouraged to ‘gear up’ for the Tricks of the Trade – Negotiation Tactics Masterclass series being delivered throughout the state from the end of June.
Sustainability, a team sport made easier by Hort360 ESG
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) will unveil the new Hort360 ESG platform at this week’s Hort Connections Conference and Trade Show in Melbourne from 3 - 5 June.
Legend of the north to share knowledge with Mareeba growers
When it comes to fence building, veteran of the industry Macka says “Make the first expense, your last.”
Horticulture industry invited to understand risks and explore insurance options
After a summer of bushfires, cyclones, and flooding, many horticultural growers are no doubt taking a closer look at their insurance renewals.
Progression of Biosecurity Levy another fork in the back for Queensland horticulture
This week’s news of the controversial biosecurity levy progressing to the Senate is yet another fork in the back for Queensland’s horticulture industry.
Financial support available for primary producers in extreme weather aftermath
Summer 2023/4 has proven to be volatile for Queensland growers. While parts of the state sweltered through heat and bushfires, the far north contended with Cyclone Jasper and flooding, and the Southeast received storms as a rather unwelcome Christmas visitor.
Growers unite to show why it’s time for Australians to give a fork
Now is the time for the public to stand up and say, “we give a fork” about our growers, says Queensland’s state industry body for fruit, vegetables, and nuts.
Webinar to unlock potential of climate and carbon tools for horticulture
As another summer of heatwaves, bushfires, and storms bears down on Queensland, primary producers are using every available resource to protect their families, crops, and businesses.
Coming together to support growers through whatever Mother Nature throws at us
In the last 18 months Queensland primary producers have been affected by floods, impending drought, and most recently bushfires, with each event throwing a different set of challenges at our farmers.
‘Grow Your Field’ seed funding recipients announced
Streamlining on-farm compliance, an innovative AgTech solution for Australia’s pineapple industry, and drone technology solutions in organic bananas are just some of the amazing projects
Forewarned is Forearmed - Mareeba growers invited to prepare for extreme weather
Ahead of storm season, growers in Mareeba and surrounds are invited to Forewarned is Forearmed, a workshop at the Mareeba International Club on Tuesday 3 October exploring the use of climate forecasting tools to support on-farm decision-making.