On Friday 11 October, Regional Soils Coordinator Dhiraj Gajera and Knowledge Broker Karen George were invited to attend the Queensland Fruit and Vegetable Growers’ Farm Business Resilience Planning Sustainable Soil Workshop.

The workshop opened with an inspiring session led by Lara Wilde from AgriFood Catalyst (formerly FNQ Food Incubator), setting the tone for a day of learning and collaboration focused on building sustainable and resilient land and business. Dhiraj highlighted the critical role of soil health in long-term agricultural success, demonstrating to attendees how even small adjustments in soil management can create significant improvements in soil condition. Karen provided an update on the TNQ Drought Hub’s current activities and outlined the practical support the hub can offer to producers and growers across the region.

Presentations and demonstrations by Gulf Savannah NRM, Green Food Australia, NT Farmers, Stockade Farm, Skybury Coffee and Australian Native Products showcased a range of innovative and practical techniques and tools that aim to look after both soil and plant health.

The importance of the Farm Business Resilience Plans was a key message throughout the workshop. It served as a reminder that building resilience to climate variability is a multifaceted goal that considers business practices and land management.