From the Director As the year draws to a close, I want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to you, and all our supporters, partners, and of course, our staff. I want to thank the land managers and agricultural communities who have given their time, expertise, and
AGTECH24 advancing innovation in Australian agriculture Key takeaways AGTECH24 showcased the latest tools and applications in automation, data analytics, and precision agriculture. Strengthening collaboration between research institutions, industry leaders, and regional producers will accelerate agtech adoption, while follow-up events and field days will ensure ongoing knowledge-sharing and skill development. Kara
From the Director It’s been a busy month for the team at the hub. We have been planning a unique evokeAG sideline event, Millennia of Ag Innovation. This collaborative event will bring together traditional owners, contemporary farmers, AgTech developers, and stakeholders to explore cutting-edge agricultural innovations while fostering collaboration across
November 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. MLA’s $6.5M Foragecaster Project Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has launched a $6.5 million initiative with 10 industry partners to improve
First Nations-Led AgTech Showcase to Debut in Cairns in February Key takeaways Millennia of Ag-Innovation, 10-11 February 2025, Cairns is a sideline event supporting evokeAG 2025 The event will explore the intersection of traditional knowledge and cutting-edge agricultural technologies Exhibitors, sponsors, speakers and attendees are encouraged to register their EOI Farmers,
Succession workshop helps farmers for the future Key takeaways Farmers gained valuable strategies for navigating business transitions, led by expert Scott Patterson, using relatable, real-world case studies The workshop fostered a relaxed environment where attendees actively participated, shared experiences, and supported each other in understanding succession planning TNQ Drought Hub
Soil Erosion Control Workshops equip producers with practical skills Key takeaways The soil erosion workshops equipped producers with practical skills to mitigate erosion, restore flood-damaged lands, and enhance agricultural productivity Updates on drought resilience projects, including satellite-based water analysis, connected attendees to broader efforts supporting sustainable land management in the
2024 Indigenous Australian Datathon Key takeaways The Indigenous Australian Datathon 2024 brought together over 180 participants, including data professionals, Indigenous community members, and students to explore innovative solutions to critical challenges affecting Indigenous communities across Australia Teams developed and pitched data-driven solutions tailored to Indigenous needs TNQ Drought Hub’s was
Building Connections and Leadership: Dr Jane Oorschot’s insightful talk at QCWA State Conference Key takeaways Understanding one’s own and others’ leadership styles can foster sustainable relationships, trust, and effective collaboration Using tools like Myers-Briggs, Emotional Intelligence tests, and the Johari Window help identify actionable areas for growth in both a