AgForce Queensland

17/10/2026

📸Let The World See Them📸

Are you always capturing breathtaking photos? We're on a hunt for stunning snapshots to feature as our weekly cover photo. Post your pictures in the comments below to be in the running for this weeks cover photo.

***Please note pictures must be taken in landscape to fit the cover template.

By submitting a photo, you grant AgForce permission to use the image in various AgForce communications. Appropriate credit will be given to the person who submitted the photo.

16/10/2026

Every Australian can celebrate National Agriculture Day! 🌱 🐑 🐮

Coming up on 20 November, there's a range of ways you can celebrate our incredible agricultural industry, such as hosting an event or entering the photo comp (entries open 19 Oct).

Be sure to come along to the Brisbane City Markets at Cathedral Square on Thursday 19 November, where AgForce will be giving away sunflowers and seedlings, connecting with the community and sharing the good news about Queensland ag and the farmers who produce the food and fibre we all rely on.

Find out more 👉 https://okt.to/wlic6u

National Farmers' Federation

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15/10/2026

Applications are now open for the 2027 AgriFutures Australia Rural Women's Award.

For more than 25 years, the Award has recognised women driving positive change across rural, regional and remote Australia. If you're leading an existing project, business, initiative or community program and creating impact in your industry or community, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close on Wednesday 4 November 2026.

Apply now 👉 https://okt.to/xjmX18

15/10/2026

AgForce Member Exclusive – Buy 5 Agbots this Spring and get a 6th for FREE 👏

Monitor your tank water levels remotely and receive alerts when they need attention—helping reduce unnecessary bore runs and save valuable time.

Claim your spring offer 👉 https://okt.to/Re7AQB

Ends 31 October 2026. Applies to Agbot hardware only. Available exclusively to AgForce members and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. T&Cs apply.

15/10/2026

🌿 Invasive pests costing you time and money? Let's talk practical solutions!

From wild dogs and feral pigs to invasive weeds, cattle ticks and buffalo flies, biosecurity challenges are putting increasing pressure on Queensland producers.

🐂 Join us for the inaugural AgForce SEQ Biosecurity Paddock-to-Practice Forum – a day focused on real-world solutions to protect your productivity and strengthen farm resilience.

Hear from leading experts, learn from fellow producers and explore the latest innovations, including drones, mapping and pest monitoring technologies.

📍 Where: The Old Hangar, 'Bethany', Coolabunia
📅 When: Friday 30 October 2026
🕘 Forum: 9am–5:15pm

🥂 Stay on for networking drinks, followed by the AgForce Dinner and Charity Auction supporting the Royal Flying Doctor Service, with special guest speaker Lachie Hart.

🤝 All producers and landholders welcome – you don't need to be an AgForce member!

👉 Register now and secure your place: https://okt.to/pCLPvS

14/10/2026

Win for Queensland farmers. Disaster funding stays at 75%

The Federal Government has dropped its plan to cut disaster recovery funding to 50%. Our members keep the support they rely on when disaster hits.

AgForce made the case for producers in our August submission and stood with the Queensland Government, Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) and councils throughout.

We back Queensland Premier, David Crisafulli MP and Queensland Treasurer, David Janetzki MP, call the Federal Government to clarify the details, so Queensland keeps its fair share.

Read more: https://ministers.treasury.gov.au/ministers/jim-chalmers-2022/media-releases/changes-disaster-recovery-funding-arrangement-reforms

14/10/2026

Thinking about purchasing your first farm business or planning for farm succession? 🤔

Join RIC’s free Get RIC Ready webinar and learn how the RIC AgriStarter Loan may help eligible first farmers and support the next generation through farm succession arrangements.

📅 Wednesday 28 October 2026
🕛 12:00 noon AEDT for 1 hour
👉 Register here: https://okt.to/gL32rC

Hear from RIC Agri Lending Specialists and guest speakers as they cover:
✅ What you need to know about the AgriStarter Loan and how it can help
✅ Key eligibility requirements and what you need to prepare before applying
✅ Succession planning opportunities and pathways into farm ownership
✅ Practical tips to apply with confidence

The AgriStarter Loan can help eligible applicants purchase a first farm business, support succession planning arrangements, invest in land, livestock and equipment, and build a strong foundation for long-term farming success.

Whether you're a first-time farmer, part of a farming family planning for the future, this RIC webinar is designed to help you understand your options and prepare for the next step.

🎥 Can't attend live? Register anyway and you’ll receive the recording after the webinar.

13/10/2026

Nominations for the AgForce Producer of the Year Awards are now open 🗳️

Lachlan Tully, Chair of the AgForce Young Producers Council, talks about the two awards available:

✅ The Backbone, which recognises long-standing service, leadership and contribution to agriculture.
✅ The Ian Burnett Young Producer of the Year Award – The Trailblazer, which honours Ian Burnett's legacy by recognising young AgForce members who show service, advocacy and industry-first leadership.

Nominations close Friday 30 October. The winner will be announced at AgForce’s AGM on November 19.

👉 https://okt.to/8DbcrH

13/10/2026

🐮 A big night for Queensland beef in Cloncurry!

Last Thursday evening, more than 200 producers, industry leaders and stakeholders came together in Cloncurry for All About Beef 2026, proudly hosted by the AgForce Queensland Cattle Board and Cattle Australia.

It was a great opportunity to recognise the people who make our cattle industry what it is and celebrate everything that makes Queensland beef so special.

📸 Check out some of the fabulous photos taken on the night 👇

Read more about the event 👉https://www.agforceqld.org.au/knowledgebase/article/AGF-03332

Meat & Livestock Australia AgriWebb Halter Nutrien Ag Solutions Rabobank Australia JBS NAB Westpac Elders Rural Services Teys Australia Cloncurry Shire Council

13/10/2026

🌈 Another huge turnout for our EPBC Roadshow – this time in Augathella!

Great to see so many producers come together today to hear about AgForce's advocacy on the EPBC Act reforms, better understand what the changes could mean for their businesses and share their views.

And, of course, there was time for a cuppa and a catch-up with fellow producers ☕

📍 Next stop: AgForce CQ in November!

There's still time to have your say. Join us at an upcoming workshop and make sure your voice is heard.

👉 Register: https://okt.to/6HXYWe

🤝 Not an AgForce member? Join today and be part of a community working together to amplify the voice of Queensland producers. https://okt.to/Yx81m6