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NQ Dry Tropics’ Burdekin Tailored Automation project will help growers address inefficient irrigation regimes, one of the most significant causes of ballooning input costs and nutrient and pesticide loss. The project aims to encourage and assist growers to adopt infrastructure and methodology in irrigation to minimise water loss through surface run-off and deep drainage. By […]
FREE Maps & Apps workshop
Keen to learn more about free mapping programs? Our Maps & Apps workshops have been a big hit over the years, with plenty of positive feedback. People leave with a solid grasp of tools like Queensland Globe, Avenza (a free mapping app), FORAGE, and more — and how to use them to benefit their grazing […]
Pesticide Projector information
The NQ Dry Tropics Sugarcane Team recently hosted an info session in Ayr, bringing together local agronomists and industry reps with experts from the Queensland Government’s Paddock to Reef Program and the University of Queensland. The spotlight? A new decision-making tool called the pesticide projector. This tool is designed to help farmers and advisors weigh up […]
Free whoa boys workshops
We’re offering FREE practical workshops to help landholders control erosion on tracks and fence lines. Workshops will provide land managers with: For more information and to register your interest, contact Soil Conservation Officer Bernie Claussen mobile: 0438 223 152 email: bernie.claussen@nqdrytropics.com.au. Burdekin graziers are undertaking training to build whoa boys for erosion control on property roads and tracks […]
Burdekin Regional Science Forum
Guest presenters from the cane and grazing industries shared a common message Lasting change in agriculture happens when you invest in people, support practical on-ground solutions, and align productivity goals with environmental outcomes, through long-term, trust-based engagement. Several key themes emerged from their presentations, including ‘people and relationships drive change’, ‘practical, whole-of-system solutions work’, ‘environmental […]
Local focus for Regional Pest Management Group
The Regional Pest Management Group Strategic Approach: 2020-2025 is in our Resource Library or can be read online or downloaded (click on the front page). NQ Dry Tropics undertakes a broad range of biosecurity measures, including strategic pest management planning, coordination of control activities and the sharing of resources and promotion of best management practice […]
Slow but certain progress towards targets
The Burdekin catchment recorded a 3 per cent reduction in dissolved inorganic nitrogen (DIN), one of the largest reductions across Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef catchments for the 2021-2022 reporting period. This put the catchment just under halfway towards the 2025 target reduction of 60 per cent. The region also recorded good overall ground cover with […]
Burdekin Reef Water Quality Report Card shows progress
Burdekin graziers and sugarcane growers are making progress in improving the quality of water flowing to the Great Barrier Reef, according to the recent release of the Reef Water Quality Report Card 2021-22. The Burdekin catchment recorded a 3 per cent reduction in dissolved inorganic nitrogen (DIN), one of the largest reductions across Queensland’s Great […]
Meet the Burdekin’s Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator
Meet Peter Arthofer, (pictured), NQ Dry Tropic’s Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator (SAF), one of 50 across the country. His role is to work with farmers, landholders, community groups and agricultural industries to promote climate-smart, sustainable farming practices. He can provide information and resources and facilitate local connections to help support a more sustainable and resilient future […]
Accurate maps guide property planning
Accurate maps are a great resource whether you’re planning the next steps for your property, or to ensure contractors don’t get lost in the back paddock. Maps can be customised to include: Our grazing team can talk to you about current program opportunities that can hook you up with a free map. For further information, […]