Wool, Weather and What’s Next at the GroWQ Innovation Expo Key takeaways The GroWQ Innovation Expo gave over 200 producers direct access to cutting-edge technologies, expert insights, and practical solutions focused on improving productivity, profitability, and sustainability in sheep, goat, and cattle enterprises across Western Queensland. From wool scanners and
Insights from the MITEZ Regional Resilience Series – Richmond Forum Key takeaways The forum highlighted how cross-sector collaboration—from producers to policymakers—can drive practical, innovative solutions to regional challenges like land access, workforce attraction, and market diversification. The forum reinforced the need to invest in digital infrastructure, leadership pathways, and mental
Innovation Challenges Pilot Program: Now Open The Australian Government’s Innovation Challenges Pilot is now open, with $20 million in funding to support bold, collaborative solutions that address the complex impacts of drought and climate change on agriculture. This initiative, delivered through the Future Drought Fund (FDF), takes a challenge-based approach
Future proofing agriculture through the next generation Key takeaways Practical financial advice and real-world success stories highlighted the importance of budgeting, succession planning, diversification, and staying informed about market opportunities in agriculture. The forum brought together researchers, Traditional Owners, advisors, producers and policymakers from across Australia to tackle shared challenges
Showcasing First Nation Innovation and Collaboration at the Developing Northern Australia Conference Key takeaways Indigenous governance and water rights are key – Presenters stressed the importance of strong governance and activating Indigenous water rights to support sustainable enterprise and country-based planning. The hub played a prominent role at the a
Building Stronger Connections at the Drought Resilience 2025 Forum Key takeaways The forum brought together researchers, Traditional Owners, advisors, producers and policymakers from across Australia to tackle shared challenges in drought and climate resilience. The national Knowledge Brokers showcased how the hub’s co-designs tools and projects with producers and researchers,
Rocks to feed tropical crops James Cook University researchers are partnering with Howe Farming in Far North Queensland to explore a groundbreaking method of improving soil health and carbon drawdown by feeding crops crushed basalt. The project also involves the University of South Australia, Carbonaught, and the TNQ Drought Hub.
Tackling invasive weeds to improve land condition and resilience Key takeaways Reef Catchments, in partnership with DPI and supported by the TNQ Drought Hub, delivered a two-day Invasive Weeds Workshop in Mackay on 25–26 June, aimed at helping landholders and industry professionals manage invasive grasses and improve land condition. The
Showcasing Ag and Food Futures at the Tropical Innovation Festival Key takeaways The Agriculture and Food Systems session explored integrating technology in farming practices, focusing on sustainable agriculture, food security, productivity, and the role of traditional knowledge in modern systems Program Lead Kara-Glenn Worth highlighted the importance of diversity in