Eggs in short supply
A tightening supply of eggs on supermarket shelves has left some producers warning the shortage could last for months and drive up prices for consumers.
Biosecurity an issue of critical importance
Biosecurity and the protection of our agriculture industries is an ongoing issue of critical importance. Japanese Encephalitis is on the march and while pork is absolutely safe to eat, the virus is having an impact on producers. There are now 30 New South Wales piggeries affected by the mosquito-borne virus and 11 people have been infected, with three deaths nationwide.
Queensland AgWorkforce Summit
Save the date for the Queensland AgWorkforce Summit on 3 – 5 August 2022. The summit is an excellent opportunity to network and learn about innovative strategies that have worked in attracting, retaining and skilling workforce. Agribusiness professionals will collaborate, learn and share experiences that will help agribusiness acquire and retain the workforce that they need to grow.
QLD Ag commodity value on the rise
Queensland’s agriculture commodities are forecast to be valued at more than $23.54 billion—a 20 per cent increase on last year. Export levels are also on the rise and volume is also expected to increase in produce including livestock, grains, cotton and other field crops.
Business Basics grants
The next round of the Business Basics grants program opens on 4 May 2022. The Business Basics grants program provides support to businesses to increase core skills and adopt best practice. Grants of up to $5000 are available. More information is available on the Business Queensland website.
Agriculture focus of leaders’ debate
The nation’s eyes were on Agriculture Minister David Littleproud and Opposition Agriculture Spokesperson Julie Collins in the first leaders debate of the federal election campaign, co-hosted by the National Farmers Federation on Tuesday. There was still no commitment from Labor on the Ag Visa, while the Minister announced the Coalition’s intention to establish a $75 million Future Farmer Guarantee Scheme. The NFF is increasing the pressure on Labor to reveal their position on the Ag Visa, asking the public to send a message to Shadow Home Affairs spokesperson Kristina Keneally on the issue.
