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In case you missed it |
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Disaster Recovery Assistance Updates for Primary Producers |
Grants of up to $75k are available for recovery efforts for producers affected by recent floods. Applicants must be a primary producer within a declared disaster area and need to provide photos of direct damage to their property. |
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New Qld Drought Assistance Roadshow |
DAF and QRIDA are hosting a roadshow event for landowners on 4 May at Bundaberg TAFE. Guests will learn about the new preparedness grants, loans and help for Farm Business Resilience Plans, and receive a seasonal climate forecast update and time to speak directly with drought representatives. |
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Feral Pig Control for the Bulburin National Park bushfire recovery |
BMRG staff recently prepared a case study on feral pig control, outlining the destructive behaviour of feral pigs and its impact on threatened species within the Bulburin National Park. BMRG sampled the population of feral pigs, selected a control site, and conducted control activity. 22 feral pigs were captured, the work was completed, and awareness has been increased about the problems posed by feral pigs. |
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Positive reception at the 2022 Regional Integrated Science Forum |
The 2022 Regional Integrated Science Forum in late April was met with great positive feedback. The forum delivered information on the Paddock to Reef project work and outcomes and featured several expert panellists from across the region. Thanks to all who attended and presented. |
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Living and Productive Soils Symposium a success |
The Living and Productive Soils Symposium and bus tour was a great success! Attendees were taken to two special spots: Green Solutions Compost Facility, where attendees learnt how their compost is made and the benefits it can provide to soil, and Chapman Ag properties to see first-hand the regenerative agriculture practices being implemented in the sugar industry. |
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BMRG shines at the 2022 Monto Show |
BMRG recently hosted a stall at the 2022 Monto Show. It was great to be able to have conversations about our work in-region with Monto locals. Our special thanks go to the Monto & District Show Society for having us. |