On the land

No ban on American beef

The Australian Department of Agriculture has confirmed there is no ban on importing United States beef. “Import conditions into Australia are currently available for beef products sourced from cattle born, raised and slaughtered in the United States (US),” a department statement read. “However, the US has not commenced trade under […]

On the land

Managing mice on your property

The current conditions are good for crops and favourable for mice and as such farmers need to act now to minimise damage to crops, equipment and homes. Farmers need to be vigilant and should be continually inspecting paddocks for mice.  The best way is to get out of your vehicle […]

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Search begins for Showgirl

THE Beaudesert Show Society is looking for its next ambassadors. A rule change by Queensland Ag Shows in recent years means nominations are now also open to married women and those with children. Passionate individuals have the opportunity to become the Beaudesert Showgirl (women 18 to 28 years), Junior Show […]

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Not in Beaudesert: Town stands against DFV

BEAUDESERT community groups, businesses and residents are sending a clear message during Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month that DFV is not ok. Councillors to champion the cause Councillors Jennifer Sanders and Kerri Cryer were selected as Council delegates to the Local Government Domestic and Family Violence Champions Network, known […]

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Casting light on domestic violence

NATIONAL Domestic Violence Remembrance Day on May 7 will be marked in the local region by a Candlelight Vigil at Jubilee Park. The vigil aims to honour and remember those who tragically lost their life due to domestic and family violence.  It is also hoped it will serve as a platform […]

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Truckie with a heart of gold

Kris Jennings delivers  BEAUDESERT bulk haulage operator, Kris Jennings is making headline news for all the right reasons. It’s all because he wants to help out desperate farmers recently inundated by massive floodwaters in outback Queensland. His push to deliver much needed hay supplies to the farmers amazingly blew up […]

John Gittins, Kagaru, sold Limousin x steers for $1520
On the land

Strong year for Aussie agriculture

THE value of agriculture in 2025-26 is expected to be the third highest on record at $91 billion. Including fisheries and forestry, ABARES expects the sector to reach $98 billion, according to Executive Director Dr Jared Greenville. “While this is slightly down on an exceptional 2024-25, particularly strong results are […]

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The future of emissions cuts

A PARTNERSHIP between the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and a cooperative research centre will help Australian producers stay competitive in a low emissions future. Zero Net Emissions Agriculture Cooperative Research Centre (ZNE-Ag CRC) will receive $3m over 10 years to partner with the department on important work to […]

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Making a difference in forestry

THE Government has asked forestry industry officials and researchers to pitch their ideas for part of $5m in grant funding. The next Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI) National Open Call for forest research will remain open until April 14, 2025. The government is investing $300m in the future of […]

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Protecting Honeybees from disease  

AGRIFUTURES Australia has been awarded almost $500,000 to investigate the feasibility of a national apiary traceability system to protect honeybees from the spread of pests and diseases, such as varroa mite. Varroa mite is the greatest known threat to honeybees and industries reliant on pollination.  A national traceability system would […]