QFF election plan to make agriculture number one

By Allan Dingle, Queensland Farmers' Federation President
Updated August 26 2020 - 10:01am, first published 9:41am
QFF election plan to make agriculture number one
QFF election plan to make agriculture number one

We often hear about the value of Queensland's agriculture sector from governments, and for good reason given in 2019 we were a $16.99 billion industry despite the ongoing drought. We also often hear about how much of what our farmers produce is exported, helping the balance of payments and contributing to the state's economy at around $12 billion. Agriculture and the food supply chain also employ over 300,000 locals, or roughly one in seven Queenslanders, while many people enjoy its fresh, nutritious and safe produce. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the sector has ensured food security for Queenslanders and provided a sense of purpose and economic opportunity for many more.

Get the latest QLD news in your inbox

Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date.

We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy.