G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we have Peter Hall and Bronte Austin to chat about all things Beef at beef week and what it takes to become an industry advocate.In this episode we chat about- What surprises them about the industry-What have they learnt about how the industry works.-What makes them proud to be part of the AgForce Cattle Board.- What do they wish was different.- What is their advice to  others that are thinking about joining the Cattle Board.- How can people get involved.- What are the priorities of the cattle board.If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G’day and welcome back to another episode of the Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.  On today’s episode we sit down with Dr. Robert Horvath, an infectious disease physician and microbiologist based at the Prince Charles Hospital in Brisbane. Dr. Horvath sheds light on the pressing issue of Q Fever, a potentially dangerous infectious disease, and shares valuable insights on the current state of research and vaccination efforts.  In our conversation, we delve into the world of Q Fever with Dr. Horvath, exploring questions such as what Q Fever is and how individuals can contract it. We also discuss the recent surge in Q Fever cases, offering a glimpse into Dr. Horvath's experiences and thoughts on the matter.  Furthermore, Dr. Horvath provides a glimpse into the existing Q Fever vaccine and the promising new vaccine currently under research. As we uncover the potential impact of a new vaccine on families in rural areas, we ponder on the positive changes it could bring to those living in the bush.  With a focus on progress and advancement, Dr. Horvath shares his insights on the future of Q Fever research and the crucial support needed to drive it forward. From discussing the financial requirements to outlining the goals and achievements expected with increased funding, we explore the path ahead for Q Fever research and advocacy. If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.  For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce Website. https://www.agforceqld.org.au/

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we have Scott Muller and Scott Loughnan to discuss how to get a seat at the table and become involved with the grains board.Right across agriculture people are sometimes not happy with the direction industry often goes and don't understand the role the commodity boards play in advocating for producers.This is a great opportunity for two current grains board directors to share how they got involved with AgForce and how they transitioned from being a member to being key influencers in guiding policy and industry decisions.Throughout the episode we chat about.- Lougho and Mullers backgrounds- Their journey to sitting on the Grain board- How does the Grain board infulence the industry- How can you step up into a board role- The positive impact it has had on their business and themselves personally.If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we have Ricky Mio and James Henderson chatting about all things AgCarE.*Apologies for the bad audio quality of the episode*Throughout the episode we chat about.- What is natural Capital- How AgCarE came about- How it can benefit you are your business- How much does it cost- What is the process of doing the assessment.If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we chat to Paul McIntosh from Pulse Australia and WeedSmart following n from the GRDC update in Goondiwindi.Throughout the episode we chat about.- The GRDC update from Goondiwindi- The key topics right now in weeds, pests and diseases and management insights.- What are the major gaps in the R&D Space- How can the Queensland government better support growers.- Products under review at the APVMA that stand out.If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we have AgForce CEO Mike Guerin to talk about the current threat that the Great Artesian Basin is under and what AgForce is doing about it.Throughout the episode we chat about.- What is the threat- Who is involved- How did it get to this point- What is AgForce doing to stop it- How can you help todayIf you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we have AgForce General President Georgie Somerset and CEO Mike Guerin to talk about what are some of the important issues facing AgForce and Queensland Agriculture in 2024.In this episode we chat about:- Whats on in 2024- Land access- Biosecurity- GABS- ElectionsIf you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On todays episode we have a special wrap up episode with General AgForce President Georgie Somerset and Vice President Shane Mccarthy.Throughout the episode we chat about.- Biosecurity- Training, further education- AgCare- Disaster in Queensland- CSG- What's coming in the year ahead.If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On todays episode we have a special live recording from AgForce Northern Forum held in Longreach.This episode is great for anyone looking to learn more about- Advancing beef leaders- Stepping up in the industry- Challanges that the next generation face.- Opportunities for the next generation.If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland. On todays episode we chat to Clynton Spencer, A Professional Feral Animal Manager and Consultant who owns and operates Invasive plant and animal services. Today we sit down and chat about the challenges faced by pest species across Queensland. If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we chat to Jim Edwards is a senior environmental health officer with Queensland Health, specifically in the Environment Hazards Unit, which is a part of the Health Protection Branch in Queensland. Jims team is in charge of issuing approvals to landholders for the management of feral animal control. I also chat to Bruce McLeish, the Area Manager (Wool) based at Elders Inglewood.He predominately runs marino sheep on his family’s property and today he shares with us the difficulties he faces in his area with wild dogs and management practise he’s put into place to combat the effect. If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we chat to Corrie from WSB DistributorsThis episode is great for anyone looking to learn more about- Who are WSB distributors- The technology changes in agriculture- Drones in Agriculture- What does the future have in storeIf you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we chat to Will Evans from NTCAThis episode is great for anyone looking to learn more about- What is the NTCA- An introduction to their CEO Will Evans- How do they benefit their members- Ways that NTCA and Agforce can work together- The similarities between QLD and NT- What are some challenges that NT producers face and how are they dealing with them. You can find out more about the NTCA belowhttps://ntca.org.au/If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we chat to Sam Wilkinson from Swarm FarmThis episode is great for anyone looking to learn more about- What is Swarm Farm- The ease of use- How they can help your farming operation- Working with other technologies - The future of Robotics in Agriculture If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On todays episode we chat to Chloe Grant from YLEN (Young live exporters network).This episode is great for anyone looking to learn more about- Live export- What it's really like on a live export boat- What it means to the industry- The opportunities in live export- YLENIf you want to find out more about YLEN check out the link belowHome - YLEN - Young Livestock Exporters NetworkIf you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On todays episode we chat to Nathan Groves from Salty Games.This episode is great for anyone looking to learn more about- The future of gaming in agriculture- Challenges when designing a livestock game- The positive outcome of agriculture going digital- Getting the landscape right- What' nextBe Sure to Check them out onSalty Games Pty LtdIf you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On today's episode we chat to Stephen Tully from AgForce Queensland who is the President of the Sheep, Wool and Goat council.This episode is great for anyone looking to learn more about- The origins of exclusion fencing.- From rabbits to dogs.- The success of implementation.- Exclusion fencing to cluster fencing.- Benefits of exclusion fencing. If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On this episode we chat to Gillian Meppem and Dr Joe Eyre about the integrated cross commodity RD&E program to bolster Northern Australia's cotton, grain, and cattle industries.This Episode is great for anyone looking to learn more about,- Northern opportunities- Cotton, Grain and Cattle in Northern Australia- RD&E program release in Darwin earlier this yearIf you have enjoyed this episode be sure to share with your friends and family.If you are wanting to find out more be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns From the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On todays episode we chat to Brooke Barkla from the Berrimah Export yards just outside Darwin.This episode is great for anyone looking to learn more about- Live export- The "Cool Yards"- Feedlotting in Indonesia- Northern Beef Industry- Working with different culturesIf you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with friends and family.For more information, be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)

G'day and welcome to another episode of Yarns from the Paddock by AgForce Queensland.On this episode we chat to Will Wilson and Des Bolton about Land Access. During the interview we chat about how they have addressed some of the problems that they have faced and also what they have gained from some of the opportunities that have arisen.This Episode is great for anyone looking to learn more about,- Initial discussion with companies- What to pay attention to when allowing access- Biosecurity issues for your property- Opportunities that have arisen-  Protecting your shopfrontIf you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to share with your friends and family.If you are wanting to find out more be sure to check out the AgForce website.Home  · AgForce · Advancing Rural Queensland (agforceqld.org.au)