Brisbane forum brings farmers and industry together for state growth plan

More than 250 farmers, industry leaders and community members from across Queensland have gathered in Brisbane for a full day of collaboration at the Department Primary Industries’ 25-Year Blueprint for a Better Future forum. 

Some of the key themes raised by stakeholders include ensuring agriculture remains profitable into the future, industry workforce and retention, and ensuring the next generation is encouraged to look at careers in primary industries. 

Minister for Primary Industries, Tony Perrett said a blueprint was critical to reaching the Government’s goal of growing Queensland’s primary industries. 

“Our 25-year plan will be practical, deliverable, and built on the collective knowledge of those who work, live, and breathe our primary industries,” Minister Perrett said. 

“Under an out of touch Labor government Queensland’s primary production hasn’t realised its potential, instead it’s been hamstrung by a culture and policy setting that puts other interests first.  

“Our $30 million Sowing the Seeds of Farming Innovation Fund will further promote new technologies in farming and support our bold plan to increase Queensland’s agricultural productivity to $30 billion in 5 years.

“The Crisafulli Government is delivering A Fresh Start for Queensland, and we are dedicated to making sure primary producers and industry have a stronger future.” 

Consultation for the State Government’s long-term strategic vision will continue over the next four months with the blueprint to be released next financial year, said the Minister.