On The Land
21 September, 2024
Future of ag industry focus of conference
ONE of the biggest agricultural conferences in Australia will be held in Brisbane early next month.
AgForce is eagerly awaiting the 2024 Queensland Agricultural Industry Conference on 1-2 October and is urging people passionate about the livelihood of farmers and rural communities not to miss it.
Held in Brisbane at the Royal International Convention Centre, the event will bring together representatives from across the agriculture and related industries, as well as government stakeholders to discuss the future of agriculture in Queensland.
The theme of this year’s event is “Back the bush: Our people, our future”, which aligns with AgForce’s broader state campaign to garner cross-sectoral investment and support of the agriculture industry as Queensland approaches an election later this year.
AgForce chief executive officers Michael Guerin said the event would provide the opportunity for stakeholders to discuss the key issues impacting Queensland agriculture.
“With many significant issues occurring in Queensland agriculture at the moment, such as land use protection and carbon and natural capital, AgForce recognised the need to bring together industry and government and foster critical conversations about the future of agriculture in the state,” he said.
“As this is an election year in Queensland, now is the time for us to be talking about key matters impacting the industry and how we can address them, as well as explore what opportunities are available to support growth.”
The program is out now, with an exciting line-up of speakers including Wayne Bennett, Lisa Millar and the Hon. Ian Macfarlane. Those who attend will also have the opportunity to hear from key Queensland politicians, including Leader of the Opposition David Crisafulli and Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter.
Conference dinner keynote speaker Julia Jones said she was excited to be a part of the line-up.
“I’m super pumped to be heading to Brisbane in October for the Queensland Agricultural Industry Conference. I’m going to be speaking about how we can thrive in global chaos,” she said.
“Bring your energy, bring your curiosity. It’s over dinner – so let’s have some fun.”
Anyone wishing to attend the conference can register by going to www.qldagindustryconference.com/registration
