Well, what a baptism of fire the season has been for myself!
Harvesting and crushing in December certainly has its challenges – growers, contractors and millers are all having their patience tested as the weather and drop in cane quality now consistently interrupt operations. The amount of effort, investment into machinery and time, the initiative of growers and contractors – the single-minded attitude to get the crop off really is a credit to all involved!
The district is really playing Russian Roulette when we enter this period of the year. We at QCAR certainly would like to discuss any options that all parties/stakeholders have to ensure we limit these types of seasons.
The community really misses out on the cream when we have this type of season!
QCAR has a bottom-up approach, where its local membership drives the initiative, driven forward by its management, for the advancement of the agricultural industry
QCAR Burdekin has a strong, passionate member base – the members are looking for a strong voice to represent growers in our region. QCAR Burdekin seeks to develop a progressive, inclusive, productive and sustainable agricultural industry – while supporting our community.
We are always keen to talk with the movers and shakers, seeking change and striving to strengthen our agricultural industries
There has been a lot of media around the sugarcane industry in recent times and not all of it is good, but not all of it is bad either.
Bad news sells!
There is good news out there, so let's make sure we talk about that as well – it certainly helps my day!
This of course does not change that the “bad news” is real, and is happening. The challenge is in front of us. COMMUNICATION, PARTNERSHIPS, TRANSPARENCY, LEADERSHIP and TEAMWORK will be needed to get the industry going in the right direction
Be assured QCAR as a collective is making its mark, and step by step will drive change – we would love the opportunity to talk to you – please give us a call!
QCAR connections
QSL – Russell Campbell and Matt
BRWA – Burdekin Regional Water Assessment
UPCOMING EVENTS
Office closed from 20/12/2024 – to 03/01/2025
I personally would like to wish the whole district a great holiday period, enjoy times with family and your community – to those who are working to get the crop off – stay safe and thank you!
Angelo
Bohle harvesting at an Upper Haughton Road property, one of many working in difficult conditions
Growers working together in difficult conditions. Photos supplied
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