The Queensland Government appoints experienced banker Brooke Irwin as CEO of the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority.

Here’s five ways Queensland primary producers can diversify their operations using a QRIDA First Start or Sustainability Loan.

Regional Area Manager for North Queensland Angelo Rigano's five tips for boosting your farm's biosecurity.

Find out what we have been up to over Winter in the latest edition of the Prime Focus newsletter or subscribe to the Prime Focus newsletter.

Now that the new financial year is in full swing, it's a good time for growers and graziers to think about their farm business goals for the next 12 months and what they need to do to achieve those goals.

31 July 2025

Regional Area Manager for North Queensland, Angelo Rigano's monthly agribusiness tip

The moments in the paddock that could have turned into something much worse were in the spotlight this past month with National Farm Safety Week held between 20 and 26 July. 

This year’s National Farm Safety Week campaign, Second Chances – Who Knows How Many You’ll Get?, highlighted the close-calls that happen on rural properties everyday and how to prevent the next ones from resulting in life-altering consequences. 

How are you preparing your farm business for the new financial year? Hear from Farm Debt Restructure Office Manager, Daniel Elder on how producers can access support to keep on top of their financial viability.

25 June 2025

Regional Area Manager for North Queensland, Angelo Rigano's monthly agribusiness tip

Sustainable farms in North Queensland all have one thing in common: good financial health.

Financial health is not only important to overcome agricultural challenges such as disasters and market fluctuations, but also to leverage opportunities like innovations.

Find out John Metelli's top three tips for both sellers and buyers this upcoming bull sale season.

Hear Regional Area Manager, Tegan McBride's top four tips for preparing to purchase land with QRIDA's financial assistance.