Ipswich Region Food & Agribusiness Network in Ipswich, Queensland | Community organisation

Ipswich Region Food & Agribusiness Network

Locality: Ipswich, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3810 8377

Address: Level 1, 164 Brisbane Street 4305 Ipswich, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.ipswichregionfan.org.au/

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25.01.2022 COOPERATIVE RESEARCH CENTRES PROJECTS GRANTS - ROUND 10 Have you got an innovative solution to addressing gaps in Australias waste and recycling capability? You could be eligible for matched funding of between $100,000 and $3 million to support your research collaboration.... https://www.business.gov.au//Cooperative-Research-Centres- See more

24.01.2022 Congratulations to Duncan Brown and the team at Brisbane Valley Protein Brisbane Valley Farm Direct for winning the Queensland Trust for Nature Food & Agribusiness of the Year Award from the City of Ipswich 2020 Business Excellence Awards hosted by @IpswichChamber

23.01.2022 Air Vice-Marshal Margaret Staib AM CSC (Retired) has been appointed to the newly created position of Freight Controller, as part of the Governments $110 million International Freight Assistance Mechanism. Full details via Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade -> https://www.trademinister.gov.au//freight-controller-appoi

23.01.2022 Ipswich Region FAN represented our members at a market intelligence briefing event today to welcome the Trade & Investment Commissioners from Hong Kong and India who are visiting the region as part of the Annual Export Week. Thank you Trade and Investment Queensland and Scenic Rim Regional Council for the opportunity to Connect and share Information with businesses from the region. Thank you also to The Overflow Estate 1895 for the amazing hospitality, all made with fresh local produce!!

23.01.2022 Great news Naughty Little Kids make sure you pop in to IGA and grab some it is delicious!!!

20.01.2022 We will remember.

20.01.2022 PASTURE FED STEERS HIT 345 C/KG AT MORETON Agents Boyd OBrien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 1096 head of cattle at Moreton on Tuesday. Vealers & yearlings sold firm on last weeks very strong rates. A larger number of feeder steers came to hand and sold to a very enthusiastic panel of buyers. Cows & ox sold very well as did all grain assist & accredited cattle. Backgrounders maintained their rates as the dry weather continues the demand is getting less & less

20.01.2022 Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has assured growers they can maintain a seasonal workforce while meeting their COVID-19 public health obligations. Any seasonal worker coming to Queensland would need a border pass and details of: 1. Where they had been for the previous two weeks... written confirmation of a job in Queensland and where they planned to reside. 2. If they have come from a declared COVID-19 hotspot, they must also self-quarantine for 14 days at their own or employers expense before starting their employment. More details via http://statements.qld.gov.au//queenslands-annual-harvest-s

20.01.2022 Family day out in downtown Boonah. Such a great little town with so much to see and do. Our friends from River 94.9 were broadcasting from the Main Street with lots of prizes and giveaways. Grab a bite to eat and wander around the shops with many hidden treasures. Dont forget to pick up your Christmas ham, last minute gifts and fresh produce! Lots of Ipswich Chamber of Commerce & Industry and our members service this area as well including G J Walsh & Co. RW Ramsay, Naughty Little Kids Fassifern Valley Foods and Top of the Town Butcher and Smokehouse

19.01.2022 Members Market Report Feeder Steers Hit 309.2 c/kg at Moreton Agents Boyd OBrien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 1379 at Moreton on Tuesday. As cattle numbers continue to flood saleyards, lesser condition and lesser quality lines are selling to a much easier market. The market remained firm for quality lines of feeder steers. An outstanding line up of export bulls came to hand and sold very well. Cows were easier.

19.01.2022 Members Market Update Cows Hit 280.2 c/kg at Moreton Agents Boyd OBrien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 475 head of cattle at Moreton on Tuesday. The market improved across the board for all descriptions. Yearlings and vealers sold to a very competitive market as did pens of quality backgrounder steers & heifers. A good selection of grain assist and grain accredited trade came to hand and sold well. Feeder steers & heifers were in short supply, selling to dearer rates than last week. Cows sold very well.

19.01.2022 Are you looking for the best smoked hams and small goods in the Region? All smoked in-house and made from top quality ingredients from Fassifern Valley Foods they will definitely make your Christmas Feast one to remember. Place your order today so you dont miss out!!!!

18.01.2022 Looking forward, looking back: Celebrating University of Southern Queensland - Australia growing role in AgTech. Opening more than 50 years ago, the University of Southern Queensland’s Centre for Agricultural Engineering (CAE) remains the only university program in Australia to offer agricultural engineering, securing a firm foothold in the growing AgTech industry. Centre Director Professor Craig Baillie said in recent decades the access to technology for the farming secto...Continue reading

18.01.2022 As staged easing of restrictions appear on the horizon, the National Cabinet has agreed to the National COVID-19 Safe Workplace Principles developed and endorse...d through Safe Work Australia. There are ten principles that will assist your business and other key information can be found here -> https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au//national-covid-19-sa

18.01.2022 If you want brilliant boxes of locally farmed fresh meat & veg, delivered quick get your order in! Brisbane Valley Farm Direct https://brisbanevalleyfarmdirect.com.au/shop/

17.01.2022 Agents Boyd OBrien & Bartholomew reported a yarding of 1076 head of cattle at Moreton today. With Christmas quickly approaching and the dry weather continuing, the market was much in line with last weeks rates. Lines of feeders were slightly easier but met vendors expectations. The better end of the export sold to a more buoyant market as did quality grain trade. Plainer condition drought-affected cattle have eased considerably creating a fine opportunity to astute purchasers. Heavy bulls are selling well.

16.01.2022 Trinity is passionate about reducing food waste in all forms from paddock to plate. EnviroChill has been helping the food industry reduce waste and improve food safety. We specialise in coldroom hygiene and automated temperature monitoring technology to prevent food waste. https://www.youtube.com/watch almost 14 years,

15.01.2022 Regional Queensland agricultural businesses have the opportunity to share in $10m worth of grants to help fund job-creating projects across the state. Expressions of interest are open for round three of the Queensland Government Rural Economic Development (RED) Grants, apply here https://www.qrida.qld.gov.au/current-programs/redgrants

15.01.2022 UPDATED fact sheet available now. The International Freight Assistance Mechanism, a scheme designed to assist Australian agricultural and fisheries producers to export their premium produce to priority markets. https://www.trademinister.gov.au//2020/ifam-fact-sheet.pdf

14.01.2022 Our first Networking event for 2020 was held tonight in Rosewood. This was also a chance for us to showcase to businesses in the region the benefits of being a member of Your Chamber! Thank you to Bob and Sally from Price Produce Rosewood for hosting the event and a shout out also to Top of the Town Butcher and Smokehouse, Taylor Wilton Music and Figjam & Co for making the event another huge success.

13.01.2022 Love this local produce for hampers, thanks @preciouspackages

12.01.2022 Austrade is working closely with a network of government departments and industry agencies to help Australian businesses overcome complex and fast-evolving COVID-19related challenges. The link below provides updates on markets and logistics, and links through to the Governments extensive business support programs. https://www.austrade.gov.au/news/news/novel-coronavirus

12.01.2022 FARM LABOUR SHORTAGE: AN OPPORTUNITY FOR AUSTRALIANS STRUGGLING TO FIND WORK Regional Australian farmers are in desperate need of workers following a huge drop in the number of backpackers in Australia due to COVID-19. Dr Chris Kossen has recently researched the employment experiences of foreign backpacker workers. He can discuss the labour shortages on farms and why it is a good opportunity for unemployed Australians to increase their competitiveness in a looming post-COVID ...shrinking jobs market and overcome the employability ‘scarring’ that comes with being out of work for extended periods. University of Southern Queensland - Australia experts available for comment on the topic

11.01.2022 Milk cheaper than water? https://www.abc.net.au//dairy-farmers-experiment-/12344558

11.01.2022 When your local develops their own delivery app - #innovation

11.01.2022 Going beyond in everyway possible, thanks for the warm welcome, the transparent tour and the incredible inspiration finished off with a BBQ by the boss Senator Paul Scarr Brisbane Valley Quail

10.01.2022 PASTURE STEERS HIT 313.2 C/KG AT MORETON Agents Boyd OBrien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 1652 head of cattle at Moreton on Tuesday. The cow market was very firm especially for the lessor condition cows and 4 & 6 tooth heifers. Vealers & yearlings were firm for the top end with the bottom end selling to a cheaper market. Heavy feeder steers were in short supply with back grounders selling well on the day. As the dry weather continues large numbers are rolling in creating a great opportunity for the astute purchaser.

10.01.2022 The Ipswich Region Food & Agribusiness Network is an initiative of the Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce. Today Your Chamber was proud to support the 26th Annual Moreton Prime Beef Show & Sale run by Agents Boyd OBrien Bartholomew at the Moreton Sales Complex in Purga. Ipswich Region FAN has been proudly supporting local food and agritourism since 2017 and highlighting that some of the best beef in the world is bred, born and fed right here in our Region.

10.01.2022 In Kingaroy, Gatton or Lowood QLD and affected by the drought? Attend one of our drop in sessions to learn more about available assistance. Follow the link to see event dates and times. http://www.agriculture.gov.au/ag-farm-food/drought/outreach

09.01.2022 AgriFutures Australia is launching this open innovation challenge aimed at finding potential technologies or solutions to improve water productivity for rice by 75% in the next five years! Check out the ideas, or submit yours here: https://agrifutures.brightidea.com/WaterProductivityChallen

09.01.2022 Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce would like to introduce Queensland Trust for Nature (QTFN) as a Platinum Partner. QTFN work with landholders, educators and governments to develop understanding of Queensland's Biodiversity through scalable projects on private land. To learn more about QTFN check out their website on the link below. ... https://qtfn.org.au/

08.01.2022 Huge Congratulations to Keidges Farm Machinery on taking out the 2019 Ipswich Region Food & Agribusiness Network Award. Very well deserved.

08.01.2022 Market Hot at Moreton! Agents Boyd OBrien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 436 head of cattle at Moreton on Tuesday. Re-stocker steers and heifers met a very strong market. Grain assisted trade and export sold to dearer rates. Vealers & yearlings met hot competition as did feeders.

08.01.2022 Backgrounding Steers Hit 397.2 c/kg Agents Boyd OBrien & Bartholomew reported a yarding of 587 head of cattle at Moreton Saleyards. The market remained firm for all export and heavy grain assisted trade. Suitable heavy feeders sold firm to slightly dearer, quality back grounder and weaner steers/heifers sold to a very hot market selling way above vendors expectations.

08.01.2022 Saleyards in action! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVEn0C_SWV0&feature=youtu.be

07.01.2022 Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce President Phillip Bell with Queensland Trust for Nature CEO Stephen Lacey at the Rosewood Business After 5!

07.01.2022 Congratulations to the winners of Class 24 - Single Steer over 420kg! Aiding the Royal Flying Doctor Service The Bremer Chamber of Commerce was pleased to sponsor this award at the Moreton Prime Beef Show and Sale!

06.01.2022 Boyd O’Brien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 587 head of cattle at Moreton on Tuesday. A large number of cows came to hand creating very strong competition from both regular and new buyers. Grain Assisted and Grain Accredited Heifers sold to a dearer market as did Feeders and quality lines of Backgrounders. Calves and Vealers met hot competition. Pasture fed 2 and 4 Tooth Steers sold to dearer rates, read more here.... https://us16.campaign-archive.com/

05.01.2022 COWS HIT 213.2 C/KG AT MORETON ON TUESDAY Agents Boyd OBrien & Bartholomew reported a yarding of 1082 head of cattle at Moreton today for the last sale of 2019. The market continued to ease for most descriptions as the dry weather continues, as do the large numbers. A large number of calves came to hand and sold to a lightly easier market. Cows were in large supply and sold to an easier market. Good quality trade sold well on the day. The first sales for 2020 will be on Tuesday 7th January.

05.01.2022 Boyd OBrien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 587 head of cattle at Moreton on Tuesday. A large number of cows came to hand creating very strong competition from both regular and new buyers. Grain Assisted and Grain Accredited Heifers sold to a dearer market as did Feeders and quality lines of Backgrounders. Calves and Vealers met hot competition. Pasture fed 2 and 4 Tooth Steers sold to dearer rates, read more here.... https://us16.campaign-archive.com/

04.01.2022 Looking for something to do these school holidays? This is a great day our for the family and some of the cutest kids around!!! Naughty Little Kids

04.01.2022 Congratulations to the 2020 Queensland Trust for Nature Food and Agribusiness of the Year Award finalists Brisbane Valley Farm Direct #BrisbaneValleyProtein S...pringfield Microgreens Summerland Camels The Cottage Restaurant See more

03.01.2022 From 12.01am on 2 May 2020 a person who resides in Queensland can leave their house for recreation: Full list -> https://www.health.qld.gov.au//home-confinem...ent-movement-g This is also an opportunity to support retailers who are open during this time, while complying with QLD Health advice. All other rules including gatherings and limits on visitors remain in place during this time.

03.01.2022 More than 400 farmers and businesses in the Lockyer Valley were advised last week of their individual water allocations under the regions water plan. The new ...tradeable water allocations replace a collection of groundwater licenses, surface water interim allocations and authorisations held by irrigators, Seqwater and the Lockyer Valley Regional Council. See more

02.01.2022 Last day, nominate your Ipswich Business, or an Ipswich Business you want to see celebrated in 2020. https://ipswichchamber.org.au/awards/nomination-form-2020/

01.01.2022 The Ipswich Chamber of Commerce are pleased to have sponsored the Annual Beef Show and Sale at Moreton in support of the Royal Flying Doctors Service!