Events in the Middle East might seem a long way from Queensland’s cane paddocks – but they are a timely reminder of how exposed Australia is when it comes to fuel.
There’s a slow shift happening in the global sugar market – and Queensland cane growers are right in the thick of it.
As the year winds down and the post-Christmas lull sets in, I hope you had a good break and a chance to switch off.
As this edition of the paper hits the press, the 2025 harvest is just about done. While a few districts are still cutting, all should finish within the week.
As the sugarcane crush winds down across Queensland, the industry is facing a challenging period driven by a steep fall in global sugar prices.
Imagine if Airbus could influence Boeing’s board appointments, or if Pepsi held sway over Coca-Cola’s corporate governance.
The dust might be settling on Queensland Sugar Limited’s Annual General Meeting, but the sense of frustration remains.
Every time I drive through cane country, I’m reminded that those green paddocks grow more than sugar. They grow energy, jobs and opportunity.