June AgTech Insights
June AgTech Insights Welcome back to AgTech Insights! We continue to explore the latest developments, news, and opportunities in agricultural technology to enhance the resilience of ag in TNQ. Awards […]
Building Resilience Through Community Groups: Governance Essentials Course Success
Building Resilience Through Community Groups: Governance Essentials Course Success Key takeaways Graduates felt more confident in making decisions and taking on leadership roles Register your EOI for the 2025 Governance […]
Richmond Field Days and Races, 14-15 June, Richmond
Richmond Field Days and Races, 14-15 June, Richmond Key takeaways Increasing drought resilience by optimizing profitability and productivity through agtech Local field days and agricultural shows are crucial for fostering […]
Soilkee Renovator Demonstration Day, 6 June, Malanda
Soilkee Renovator Demonstration Day, 6 June, Malanda Key takeaways The Soilkee Renovator is being trialed for the first time in Queensland The specialised minimum-till machine precision plants seasonal crops and […]
Ag Succession and Future Proofing Forum, 4-5 June, Taroom
Ag Succession and Future Proofing Forum, 4-5 June, Taroom Key takeaways Succession should be treated as an urgent, ongoing process rather than a one-off activity Rural Flying Doctors Service QRIDA […]
The Science of Disasters, 31 May, Cairns
The Science of Disasters, 31 May, Cairns Key takeaways Local research is essential to developing regional resilience Significant projects and research aimed at strengthening the community was showcased TNQ Drought […]
Cooktown Ag Inspiration Tour Inspires Next Generation
Cooktown Ag Inspiration Tour Inspires Next Generation Key takeaways AgInspiration program aims to highlight diverse career opportunities in agriculture Cooktown’s remoteness often means students are not afforded the same sorts […]
Reef Extension Think Tank 2024, 28-30 May, Townsville
Reef Extension Think Tank 2024, 28-30 May, Townsville Key Takeaways Think Tank explored ideas and challenges around extension ‘Unconference’ style means agenda was decided by participants TNQ Drought Hub facilitated […]
Newsletter #26: May 2024
May was a significant month for the hub and the overall sentiment is positive due to a number of things. For the first time since 2013, Queensland is drought free […]
AgTAC Awayday, 30 May, Townsville
AgTAC Awayday, 30 May, Townsville Several of the hub team recently attended James Cook University’s (JCU) Agriculture Technology and Adoption Centre (AgTAC) Awayday. They learnt about various research projects, such […]