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Forage budgeting is the process of calculating forage supply and livestock demand over a set period. Knowing how much forage is available assists us to make informed and timely grazing management decisions,…
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Veterinary students from James Cook University will gain first-hand experience in beef production as part of the Grazing Best Management Practice (BMP) program. Grazing BMP is a voluntary, industry-led partnership between the…
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The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has produced an interactive weed map database. This new tool shows users where weeds are distributed across Queensland and displays photos of individual weeds with links…
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A new project will help the grazing industry across Northern Australia better manage drought and climate risks through a range of research, development and extension activities. The $8 million Northern Australian Climate…
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The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) is hosting a series of Optimising profit and resilience of beef business workshops for central Queensland beef producers in April. The workshops are free and…
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What is it? The Small Business Digital Grants Program provides small businesses with access to digital technology and services to enable them to: work smarter engage with the global economy make the…
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The Long Paddock website has a new look. It was launched in early March, and with greatly improved functionality, it’s now even easier for producers to access climate and pasture information to…
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Mary O’Brien is a passionate advocate for agriculture. Mary recently penned this great read… Are you bogged, mate? She’s raising awareness about blokes, mental health and depression in the bush. There are…
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Using drones, robotics and new technologies is the focus for school students participating in this year’s Department of Agriculture and Fisheries School Science Competition. The theme is Game of Drones and entries…
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