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Easing commodity prices and rising interest rates weigh on Queensland ag sentiment

A combination of easing commodity prices, rising interest rates and dry seasonal conditions in some areas have seen confidence decline among Queensland primary producers...

“Good times” to continue for Australian agriculture, but repeat of “stand out” 2022...

2023 is shaping up as another strong year for Australia’s agricultural sector, although a repeat of last year’s “exceptional” performance is unlikely, Rabobank says...

Rural Property demand hike

Rural property demand reaches a new high with people searching for a lifestyle change according to Mullholland and Co Real Estate Principal Lachie Mulholland. Lachie...

Sheep Producers Australia announces new Non-Executive Independent Director

Sheep Producers Australia (SPA) is pleased to announce that Ms Kerry Harris has been appointed as the new Non-Executive Independent Director. SPA’s purpose is...

National cattle herd skyrockets

Australia’s cattle herd is set to reach its largest size in nearly a decade, with it growing to 28.8 million head, according to cattle...

Poetry cafe woos Winton

A new book-themed cafe in Winton is proving to be a classic. Born in Winton, but travelling often, Lost Poet owner-operator Tahnee Oakhill would...

40 years of Myers

For nearly 40 years locals have looked to Myers Newsagency owner, Doug Winterbottham for their news, lotto, books, and stationery; however, in the near...

New report tells

AgForce has commended farmers for sustainable land management practices, following the release of the latest Statewide Landcover and Trees Study (SLATS) report. The report, which...

Farmers call for action on ports in the wake of Productivity Commission inquiry

The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has called on the Government to act urgently, following a Productivity Commission report which has found serious deficiencies in...

Wool Market Report

Sales resumed this week after the annual three-week Christmas recess to a national offering of 50,509 bales; it was the third largest sale for...

$12 for a lettuce? So “Un-Australian”. Australian Lamb is back to challenge the status...

Following the launch of the annual summer Australian Lamb ad, Aussie Lamb is back to challenge the term “Un-Australian” and remind the world that...

Strong year in tourism, likely to calm in New Year

Predictions for the 2022 tourism season at the beginning of the year were undeniably positive, with many predicting it to be the strongest year...

Impact on jobs ‘not zero’

The Gregory electorate will be the region most impacted by the State Government's Net Zero targets and their impact on jobs, according to new...

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