Trade deals see agricultural exports surge but domestic market not fruitful
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OPINION: First test for Drought Fund as El Nino looms
By JO SHEPPARD | OPINION AN EL NINO weather pattern has been officially declared confirming what many were expecting, but not hoping for – a dry season ahead. For farmers, the weather is a key economic driver and generally at the centre of almost every business and personal decision they make. The ability to makeContinue reading “OPINION: First test for Drought Fund as El Nino looms”
Spotlight on farm fresh produce for Spring Long Lunch
The Spring Harvest Long Lunch will showcase produce from Toowoomba Farmers Market.
Droughtmaster’s record bull sale and national award
Iconic Australian cattle breed beats other industries’ leaders to claim national business award
Clever cotton strategy sets sights on $1billion boost
A new collaboration is changing the way Australia’s cotton industry tackles research challenges.
Market donations a “win-win” for farmers and charity
An initiative to donate fresh produce to a Toowoomba soup kitchen has been hailed a huge success.
Backyard blitz missing the mark in fire ant fight
Residents recruited to assist with fire ant identification and eradication on the Darling Downs
Spotlight on farming facts thanks to Ekka Ag-vocacy
Julie McDonald used her address to the Rural Press Club to call for more Ag advocacy and mentoring.
Ekka’s new ‘Singles Mingle’ matchmaking Monday
Stockmen’s Bar & Grill to host new matchmaking event on Ekka Monday
Award-winning law firm bridging city country divide
By CAITLIN CROWLEY | SPONSORED A MULTI-AWARD winning Toowoomba law firm is helping regional businesses capitalise on opportunities by combining the expertise of capital city firms with the context and insight of a local. Enterprise Legal is tackling more complex cases for rural clients than ever before, under the leadership of Principal Director Peta GrayContinue reading “Award-winning law firm bridging city country divide”