Qld can unlock Australia’s biofuels future - sugar is the key
Queensland’s sugarcane industry has welcomed the Federal Government’s move to kickstart a national biofuels industry, declaring the state is uniquely positioned to lead the nation in clean energy and regional job creation.
Triple sustainability tick puts Queensland sugar out in front
Queensland sugarcane has picked up a rare global “triple tick” for sustainability, with the industry’s Smartcane BMP program now recognised by the world’s three leading benchmarks – VIVE, Bonsucro and ProTerra.
Classroom pilot plants seeds for the future
Queensland primary school students are gaining a fresh perspective on agriculture thanks to a new classroom program piloted in Mackay.
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Revived EU trade talks must deliver for Australian farmers
CANEGROWERS has welcomed the renewed momentum in Australia-EU free trade negotiations, urging both sides to work towards a deal that delivers meaningful outcomes for Australian agriculture.
Disaster relief breakthrough a major win for growers
A long-running push by CANEGROWERS for disaster funding reform has delivered another major win for Queensland cane farmers, with the State and Federal governments agreeing to broaden the definition of ‘primary producer’ under disaster assistance rules.
Sugarcane industry locks in grower leadership
Queensland’s sugarcane growers have backed Owen Menkens to lead the industry through a pivotal period, re-electing the Burdekin grower for another three-year term as Chairman of CANEGROWERS Queensland.
CANEGROWERS urges minister for disaster relief fix
Queensland Minister for Primary Industries, Tony Perrett, met with cane growers near Ingham today during a visit to the Herbert River region, where many farming families were impacted by flooding earlier this year.
Harvesters roar into life as 2025 crush begins
Queensland’s 2025 sugarcane crush is officially underway, with harvesters firing up across the Tablelands district today, marking the start of a new season that growers hope will bring better fortunes after a tough run last year.