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25.01.2022 Thanks Fred Hughes, Georgie Somerset, Will Wilson and Senator Susan McDonald

24.01.2022 The Business of Beef Webinar Guest Facilitator Dan Radel - Dan’s a South West Queensland commercial cattle producer and attended Emerald Agricultural College. He’s a keen community volunteer, has served as an AgForce Cattle Board Director since 2016 and more recently as an MMAT CCA Committee Member. Dan is a strong advocate for being part of the beef industry decision making process providing representation for grassroots producers.... Join us live at Central Queensland Livestock Exchange - CQLX this Tuesday 6th October 5pm or Via Zoom Register www.agforceqld.eventbrite.com Thanks to AgForce CQ Regional Sponsor www.entegra.com.au #standwithregqld Cattle Council of Australia

24.01.2022 FYI Rookwood Weir

23.01.2022 Ian Weigh Toyota will be at What's Your Beef today at 1.30pm CQLX. Thanks Greg ! All welcome Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/whats-your-beef-tickets-126 Or Phone Sara Cue 0427 021370

22.01.2022 Tamara Finger put it out there on education in Ag. What structions and resources do we as a State and Nation need to invest in to reinvigorate Ag education in both schools and professional development to grow our future workforce.

21.01.2022 Joint media release: $50 million boost to successful drought water infrastructure rebate 2 October 2020 Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia, The Hon Keith Pitt MP Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management, The Hon David Littleproud MP... The Coalition Government is delivering a significant increase in its financial support to Australian farmers to help them become more drought resilient. Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia, Keith Pitt, said the Government is doubling its funding for the successful On-farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme to $100 million. The rebate scheme had been very well received by farmers because the infrastructure it supported provided enduring benefits, including new bores, better dams and pipes that allowed movement of water to their stock, Minister Pitt said. The Government’s extra $50 million will be available this financial year to drought affected livestock producers and horticulturalists with permanent plantings. This investment in our farmers provides rebates up to 25% of the eligible infrastructure costs, capped at $25,000. The scheme, which was managed by states and territories, was over-subscribed by an estimated 2000 applications. Many of our Federal MPs and Senators, along with farmers, put forward a strong case to have the scheme extended and we’re delivering that. My intention is to make this support work even harder by partnering with the states and territories who must match the Commonwealth funding for eligible on-farm water infrastructure projects. Minister Littleproud said the scheme was extremely popular as it provided much needed assistance to improve water security, productivity and profitability. While recent rains are a cause for optimism, recovering from drought can take years rather than months, Minister Littleproud said. This rebate is essential in the immediate term to help farmers keep livestock watered and permanent plantings alive in the drought. It’s even more valuable over the long term because the water infrastructure farmers build now will better prepare them for future drought events. The Commonwealth has stepped up to provide this extra funding to ensure more farmers do not miss out on this crucial rebate, and I know farmers would welcome state governments also stepping up to co-fund these rebates in order to provide certainty to communities, Minister Littleproud said today. For more information about the On-farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme visit the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment’s website.

21.01.2022 Justin Rohde is revolutionising infrastructure. What do we need to do for water security in the Ag industry.

20.01.2022 CQ Happy Snappers * Cattle Council of Australia wants your pics! Are you good with a camera - or even just the phone in your pocket? Cattle Council wants you to send in your photos and videos so they can share them on social media - and they have prizes up for grabs.... Show your cattle, your family, your landscape or your shenanigans - so long as you stay safe. Just make sure what you show is real. You don't need to be a pro - they're looking for photos that show everyone what it's really like on the land - you might already have a winning video or photo in your phone. There is a category for photos and a category for videos, with prizes for first, second and third place in both. 1st place - a $250 gift voucher of your choice. 2nd place - a $150 gift voucher of your choice. 3rd place - a $100 gift voucher of your choice. You can enter as many times as you like - but each photo or video needs a separate entry form. Winners will be announced on Friday, December 4, 2020. To enter, provide the details below to [email protected] with the application form provided at https://www.cattlecouncil.com.au//photo-and-video-competit You can also share your photos on social media using the hashtag #StoriesFromTheStation, using our Twitter handle @cattlecouncilau or Facebook handle @CattleCouncilofAustralia. Videos will need to be uploaded by a file sharing service such as Dropbox or Google Drive, or by SMS to the Cattle Council media line, 0409 219 527 - just make sure you send your entry form first. All entries must include: - Creator's name - A title for the photo or video - Entrant’s contact details - For photos - a high-resolution image (at least 2 megabytes) You may submit as many photos or videos as you like, however, each entry will require an individual entry form. The deadline for submissions is Friday 27 November 2020 at midday AEDST. Full terms and conditions at https://www.cattlecouncil.com.au//photo-and-video-competit GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY SNAPPING-

20.01.2022 #AgDayAU Thanks Georgie Somerset

19.01.2022 Thanks Senator Susan McDonald, Georgie Somerset and William Wilson and all to those who attended What's Your Beef

19.01.2022 The AgForce Cattle Board enjoyed a fabulous breakfast this morning. Thank you Dingles Cafe Bar

19.01.2022 Thanks for being in CQ today Belinda Callahan AgForce SEQ and AgForce member Rosie Werth

18.01.2022 Don't miss this one ladies

18.01.2022 AgForce CQ will be at Beef Tech 2020 Tuesday 25 November in Emerald They will be bringing together the smartest minds at the intersection of livestock agriculture and technology to explore the future of agribusiness and showcase the latest innovations to improve beef production operations and business outcomes.... The morning will include insights into the latest in BeefTech innovation from expert speakers: James Pisaturo, Darryl Heidke, Ian McCamley, Will Wilson, Gavin Tickle, Jess Crawford, Bridget Kirkwood, and Paul Stapleton. Live demonstrations, trade displays, a tasty breakfast and industry networking opportunities make this an event not to be missed. Register now https://www.ivvy.com.au/event/BT2020/ Central Highlands Development Corporation

18.01.2022 Thanks Matt Dunne

18.01.2022 SALE O SALE O ONE WEEK TO GO We'll be live at Central Queensland Livestock Exchange - CQLX next Tuesday 5pm during Brahman Week . Click this to Register www.agforceqld.eventbrite.com Guest speakers... Russell Lethbridge Meat & Livestock Australia North Australian Director (joining via Zoom) Mark Davie Australian Beef Sustainability Framework Steering Committee (live attendance) David Hill - Cattle Council Australia Director (live attendance) Bryce Camm Australian Lot Feeders Association President and Beef Australia President (joining via Zoom) Facilitator Dan Radel AgForce Queensland Cattle Board Director Each of the panelists will be asked to address three questions on immediate action required for Industry. Thanks to AgForce CQ Sponsors Entegra Signature Structures https://www.entegra.com.au/ Beef Australia Australian Brahman Breeders' Association Limited Cattle Council of Australia Meat & Livestock Australia Australian Lot Feeders' Association #standwithregqld

17.01.2022 Grain Harvest Management Scheme Update GHMS allows grain and silage to be transported from paddocks with a 7.5% tolerance on mass limits. Join AgForce and Department of Transport & Main Roads for an online information session, which will include an overview of the current scheme and cover any questions producers may have. Tune in to learn more!... Speakers Cam Parker AgForce Grains Policy Director Representatives from Department of Transport and Main Roads Register at www.agforceqld.eventbrite.com or call Sara Cue 0427 021370

17.01.2022 FYI The Aust Govt Senate Inquiry final report into evidence-based regulations of Reef farmers has been extended from 1 Oct to 8 Oct 2020. Responses to all the Questions on Notice have been uploaded under 'Additional Documents' on the Aust Govt Senate inquiry website.... https://www.aph.gov.au//Rural_and_Regiona/GreatBarrierReef #standwithregqld

17.01.2022 Everyone at What’s Your Beef were privy to Keppel Brands first of their Cattlemen’s range with "Crumbed Beef Balls" made with Australia’s finest Beef. And the Cattle Board love their new caps thanks to Beef Australia

16.01.2022 AgForce CQ welcomes Precision Livestock Farming Australia as a Regional Event Sponsor. PLF is the sole CQ distributor of the DTN Smart Pest Trap on behalf of DTN. While only available in Australia since early 2020, several notable Queensland organisations have acquired several smart traps and have found the results to be excellent. They were: DAR’s Gatton Research Centre - trapping Heliothis moth. CQU trapping sweet potato weevils.... DAF Emerald Fall Armyworm; - Unfortunately the FAW lure failed, but the device worked well in identifying False Armyworm. Also, its ability to operate autonomously, delivering pest identification and quantification back to a mobile app, was seen as a big plus. - Based on DAF’s advice, the regional president of CQ Cotton Growers and Irrigators has purchased our first unit. There have also been successful trials in South Australia and Victoria (Bendigo). While the smart trap has only been Australia for several months. It has been operating in the United States for the last couple of years and has had considerable succeed in identifying and quantifying FAW. PLF will be joining us on the CQ Grains run in early December. #standwithregqld Contact Paul Stapleton 0417 750 560

15.01.2022 The shows about to kick off. AgForce CQ proudly supports Rockhampton Junior Beef Show Australian Brahman Breeders' Association Limited at Paradise Lagoons #standwithregqld

15.01.2022 "With just five weeks to go before the election - and also the release of the report of the Senate inquiry into the impact of agriculture activities on Reef water quality - we need the state government to come clean on the facts" #standwithregqld

14.01.2022 TICKETS ARE LIMITED! BeefTech 2020 is an innovation and technology event for the CQ beef community. Book your place here: https://www.ivvy.com.au/event/BT2020/ ...BeefTech is jointly supported by Agfrontier, CHDC, the Local Buying Foundation - QLD and Meat & Livestock Australia. BeefTech collaboration partners: @Isaac Regional Council, Queensland Agriculture / Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Woorabinda Aboriginal Shire Council, Chrrup and Beef Australia.

14.01.2022 Thanks Ben Harden

14.01.2022 Book your tickets ladies. A fabulous afternoon with Senator Susan McDonald, AgForce President Georgie Somerset along with a Mabel Collective passerelle. Elisha || 0411 209 047 Kimberley || 0428 395 424

13.01.2022 AgForce CQ welcomes Regional Sponsor Entegra Signature Structures: With Prudence Barwick the Regional Manager Qld NT (Prudence's previous roles in CQ were with Gallagher and Virbac) Phone 0407 541 607 "Entegra are an Australian owned company that has been building steel structures nationally for over 35 years. We have some globally patented roof designs, and as a leader in innovation, a firm commitment to R & D in relation to shed design for multiple applications. ... "We specialize in large span structures for industrial, agricultural and retail applications. In 1991 we were the first to build a 50-m clear span building and continue to lead the way in cool room loaded applications in the Agri/Horticultural sectors in Australia. We now build up to a 80m clear-span which is by far the largest span built in Australia. "We also pioneered ‘roof-lift’ method of construction in Australia in 1995 to create a safer (workers not working at heights), quicker (we lifted 15,000 sqm in 7 hours recently using 13 cranes) and more economical than the traditional stick-built method (saving on prelims for two weeks at least shorter build time). "We design and engineer all our building to maximise solar loading to produce between 650kW and 1000kW on a roof space of 10,000sqm. Furthermore they are designed to harvest 100% of the rainfall that can be then be used on or offsite. Environmental credentials are key to modern businesses and we have addressed that issue with our designs. "We have a full design service as well as project management team that looks after an end to end solution for clients (from town planning and building permits to delivery and sign-off). We currently have active building sites across QLD, NT, NSW and SA, across a number of agricultural businesses. "At Entegra, we stand by our values. We love partnering with companies and individuals who align with our values to ensure that, at the end of the day, the best outcome has been achieved for all parties. I have attached some quick links and a brochure to give you a feel for the product range and company drivers. https://www.entegra.com.au/australian-technology/ "One point that our documents probably do not really detail is that we only use Australian made structural steel and cladding we have batch certificates for all the material used which means that you have warranty not only on the ENTEGRA fabrication but also steelwork manufacturer. We are also happy to share our QA documents with clients, that detail each step our manufacture processes." #standwithregqld

13.01.2022 Thanks to all those who called into Central Highlands Auto and celebrated National Ag Day with us today. A great reminder of what our CQ producers and regional communities provide. And huge thanks to Fairbairn Bakery Emerald for supplying the buns, Coles Emerald supplying the beverages and salad, Fair Dinkum Fresh Meats the Beef and IGA Emerald the groceries. And big thanks to my side kick and fellow fillet flipper Annette, and Alison and Geoff Maynard for supplying our attire #AgDayAU

12.01.2022 Thanks CQ DOM Distribution - Agriculture

12.01.2022 The Business of Beef Webinar Guest Speaker David Hill - Partner in family run CQ beef breeding and finishing business targeting EU/MSA markets. Retiring from the CCA board after 6 years as the inaugural northern independent director. Chair of CCA Industry Systems Food Safety Committee Producer rep on several industry committees and taskforces. Join us live at Central Queensland Livestock Exchange - CQLX this Tuesday 6th October 5pm or Via Zoom... Register www.agforceqld.eventbrite.com Thanks to AgForce CQ Regional Sponsor www.entegra.com.au #standwithregqld Cattle Council of Australia

11.01.2022 Some of the gorgeous faces at Rockhampton Junior Beef Show #standwithregqld

10.01.2022 Thanks CQ Today

10.01.2022 Get your tickets CQ for tomorrow's BeefTech 2020 Speakers & Demonstrators James Pisaturo Event MC & Beef Producer & AgForce Transport Committee Member... Darryl Heidke Manager - Supply Chain Technology Innovation, MLA Ian McCamley Director, MCC Pastoral Will Wilson Beef Producer & AgForce Cattle Board President, Calliope Station Paul Stapleton Managing Director, PLF Australia AgForce CQ Regional Sponsor Jess Crawford Projects Officer, CHRRUP Bridget Kirkwood AgTech & Innovation Hub, Beef Australia Gavin Tickle Qld Regional Operations Manager, AAM Investment https://fb.me/e/goETmVhQq

09.01.2022 From 11.30 today call in, grab a burger and speak to Joel Green at Central Highlands Auto about a fabulous deal for AgForce Members. I farmers Toyota Australia

09.01.2022 Thanks Senator Susan McDonald

09.01.2022 AgForce Members please call Sara Cue 0427021370 if you would like to attend Belmont 11am-2pm Carn't get town, then Members and Future Members click here to register and view via Zoom www.eventbrite.com.au/e/agforce-2020-annual-general-meeting

08.01.2022 AgForce Cattle Board open member session at What’s Your Beef? Zooming with Queensland Agriculture Minister Mark Furner MP for Ferny Grove talking lay pregtesting, Beef Australia event, World Beef Day 2021, biosecurity and International trade trips.

08.01.2022 AgForce Young Producers Council presents an excellent opportunity for young Queensland producers who are passionate about agriculture and are keen to make a difference, to be part of a Council focused on achieving some tangible outcomes for their demographic in rural and regional Queensland. To learn more about what the role will entail, please click on the following link to view the AgForce Young Producers Council - Suggested Framework. http://web.agforceqld.org.au/cn/apjnk/...ypc-framework The closing date for applications has now been extended to Friday 09 October 2020 and we encourage you to apply!

07.01.2022 Perfect timing CQ Effective strategies for controlling mice plagues Webinar This Thursday 8th October 12-1pm Join AgForce's Grains Policy Director Cam Parker and CSIRO’s Research Officer Steve Henry -understanding mice in zero and no-till cropping systems; and... -applying this knowledge to develop effective control strategies to reduce the negative impacts of mice in the grain production industry Register at www.agforceqld.eventbrite.com #standwithregqld

07.01.2022 The Business of Beef Webinar Guest Speaker Bryce Camm - Bryce hails from Dalby in Queensland’s Darling Downs region where he oversees his family’s company Camm Agricultural Group; an integrated beef and cropping enterprise with interests across Queensland. Bryce has been CEO of the group for the past three years. Prior to that he was the Manager of the group’s award winning Wonga Plains Feedlot for eight years where he oversaw the operation triple in size. Bryce undertook a d...ual degree in Business Administration and Communications at Bond University. Bryce is currently the Chairman of Beef Australia Ltd and President of the Australian Lot Feeders Council. Join us live at Central Queensland Livestock Exchange - CQLX this Tuesday 6th October 5pm or Via Zoom Register www.agforceqld.eventbrite.com Thanks to AgForce CQ Regional Sponsor www.entegra.com.au #standwithregqld

06.01.2022 Rookwood Weir AgForce has contacted the Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy with some questions about how Reef regulations and ‘no net decline’ in water quality requirements might impact new irrigated cropping developments resulting from the Rookwood Weir. They have advised that ‘commercial risk regarding obtaining approvals, use of the water and complying with the regulatory framework required for an activity is a risk borne by the water purchaser’. Water purch...asers will have to comply with a Sunwater Land Management Code of Practice, to be developed with industry and government and required under the Weir’s federal EPBC Act approvals to meet water quality objectives. The Code is intended to help minimise environmental impacts and support compliance with regulation, including for the Reef. Purchasers will be required to provide annual confirmation of their compliance with the Code, relevant best practice management plans, the Reef 2050 Plan and other obligations including environmental authorities. While supportive of new water infrastructure and growth opportunities for agriculture, AgForce has strongly opposed the new Reef regulations as an unnecessary impost on farmers that will not benefit the Reef in terms of water quality. We advise potential purchasers of water from Rookwood Weir to fully factor in the regulatory and other requirements that will apply when considering new cropping development investments as the risk will sit with them. DNRME advises that the Queensland Government, including the Office of the Great Barrier Reef (OGBR), can assist farmers in being able to understand and meet their environmental obligations. The contact in relation to Reef regulations is Sarah Hindmarsh, Reef Policy at OGBR, on 07 3330 5757 #standwithregqld

05.01.2022 Thanks to the 126 producers who turned up today at What's Your Beef, and thanks to our invited guest speakers Senator Susan McDonald, John Mactaggart AM, Andrew Mactaggart and Fred Hughes And huge thanks to DOM Distribution - Agriculture

05.01.2022 Great to see John and Lauren Angus here at Central Highlands Auto. I farmers

04.01.2022 The Business of Beef Webinar Guest Speaker Mark Davie - A cattle producer at Greenlake Station - Rossmoya, and a Director of Keppel Brand, a food manufacturer and marketer which employs 25 staff and has over 15,000 customers in the takeaway, event, and petrol and convenience markets across Australia. A passionate supporter and advocate for the beef industry. Mark is a Director on the Agforce Cattle Board, and sits on the Steering Committee of the Australian Beef Sustainabil...ity Framework and the Joint Working Group on Land-Use Change at the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef. Join us live at Central Queensland Livestock Exchange - CQLX this Tuesday 6th October 5pm or Via Zoom Register www.agforceqld.eventbrite.com Thanks to AgForce CQ Regional Sponsor www.entegra.com.au #standwithregqld

02.01.2022 Regional Queensland is defended by the over 30,000 Rural Fire Brigade members in over 1,400 Rural Fire Brigades. Of prime concern to brigades is that the ability to make decisions quickly and locally has been taken away from the local people who understand the local environment and local conditions and been centralised. The RFBAQ would see that any government elected in Queensland would work to giving the power back to the people who are elected by their community to defend t...heir community in times of bushfire or other natural disasters #standwithregqld RFBAQ - Rural Fire Brigades Association Queensland Inc Thanks Justin Choveaux

02.01.2022 Bonnie Maynard's cattle are saving the planet. How do we best highlight to main stream media and the community gain awareness that cattle are grazing carbon into food ?