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We share industry news, research, and alerts to help you stay informed and prepared.

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Our monthly newsletters include:

Agriculture News: plant, cropping, horticulture, livestock and forestry industries
Biosecurity News: animal health, plant health, weeds and pest animals, changes in legislation, upcoming events and news
Catch News: recreational fishing, commercial fishing and aquaculture
Forestry News: initiatives, developments and research for the forest industry.

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Agriculture

The Drought and Climate Adaptation Program (DCAP) newsletter shares research, tools, improved forecasts, and activities to help Queensland industries manage droughts and climate variability.
The Future Beef newsletters cover regional trends, husbandry tips, biosecurity updates, and grazing management advice, written by Queensland’s beef specialists and extension officers.
The quarterly Queensland Pastures newsletter shares updates on grass, legumes, and grazing management, along with event invites, research updates, tools, and resources from the DAF pastures team.
The Leading Sheep newsletters share the latest news, research, and tips to help Queensland sheep and wool producers improve their businesses and stay informed.
The Fall Armyworm News shares updates on research, development, and extension work to help manage this pest in Queensland’s horticulture industries.
The Supply Chain Innovation newsletter shares updates on research and development to improve domestic and export supply chains for Queensland’s horticulture industries.

Biosecurity

The Weed Spotters Bulletin is a monthly newsletter for Weed Spotters Network members, featuring information on current and emerging weeds, recent detections of prohibited or restricted weeds, and invitations to Weed Spotters workshops.
The Electric Ant News Update provides information on eradication progress, treatment and surveillance activities, field operations, community events and biosecurity information to help prevent the spread of electric ants in Queensland.
The Varroa mite (Varroa Mite Innovation and Resilience Initiative) Seasonal Update shares practical guidance and advice on varroa mite management, industry news and resources, and event information to help beekeepers protect and strengthen their hives.
The Pest Fish Newsletter shares the latest news on invasive aquatic species, pest fish control activities, research, community projects, biosecurity resources and upcoming events across Queensland.
Fire Ant News provides monthly updates on fire ant detections, eradication activities, movement controls, community alerts and research related to Queensland’s fire ant response.

Last updated: 16 Sep 2026