Mark Phelps

2,4-D in cotton not the only problem

Urgent need for allocation before it's too late for crops in the ground

Nuffield Scholar and egg producer Lachie Green says the egg industry needs better mechanisms to future proof itself when it comes to food safety.

Aquaculture could be the next big thing in Queensland agriculture.

Burdekin Shire Council mayor Lyn McLaughlin said in recent years Council has been very focused on diversification to bring new and value-added industries to the district.

Around 100 people gathered at Georgetown for the second Etheridge Economic Development Forum, where they heard updates on major energy, mining and agricultural projects planned for the region, along with providing input into the shire's economic blueprint.

Molasses based products could be used to feed drought-stricken cattle, while helping out struggling sugar cane farmers.

Dozens of graziers are taking part in a multi-million dollar Queensland Government project aimed at addressing gully erosion to reduce the impacts of sediment runoff on water quality in the Great Barrier Reef.

Sugarcane is the industry of the moment, with a drive to attract biorefinery investors to Queensland paying off.

FAR North Queensland’s Wet Coast and Atherton Tablelands area is very fortunate with the wide selection of pasture species available for planting for beef and milk production.