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Genetically modified cavendish bananas that are nearly immune to a devastating fungal disease have been given approval for commercial production and human consumption in Australia.
3 months ago
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They provide lifesaving emergency care in remote areas but according to their union, nurses working for the Royal Flying Doctor Service in Queensland are paid less than their public hospital colleagues.
5 months ago
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The drought forced committee members of the Stanthorpe Agricultural Society to think outside the box this year, with some entries down.
over 4 years ago
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As the drought worsens, cattle producers in Queensland’s salad bowl region have started feeding their livestock waste vegetables.
over 4 years ago
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Queensland farmers are warning consumers they will need to pay more for fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as meat, due to the ongoing drought.
over 4 years ago
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Every year for the past two decades, the tiny Queensland town of Weengallon has played host to huge crowds of women dressed in pink who gather for a good cause.
over 4 years ago
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A Queensland dairy farmer says the only way the industry will survive is if people pay $1.50 a litre, with production costs skyrocketing in the drought.
almost 5 years ago
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Researchers are scouring the planet for drought and heat resistant crops as many Australian grain farmers face another failed winter season.
almost 5 years ago
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Detainees at the NT’s Don Dale Youth Detention Centre are learning invaluable work and life skills through a new equine husbandry and riding program.
about 5 years ago
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AgForce is calling on governments to fund the continuation of the Great Artesian Basin Sustainability Initiative, a massive water saving program budgeted to June.
over 7 years ago
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Literally in the middle of a cattle station lies a 16-student school. But what it lacks in size it certainly makes up for in spirit.
over 7 years ago