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Letter to the Editor: When regional businesses are not considered ‘regional’
Most Queenslanders would reasonably assume that if a business operates in a Regional Council area, it is considered a regional business.
Statement on the release of the draft import risk assessment for decrowned pineapples from India and Indonesia
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) acknowledges today's release of the Australian Government's draft import risk assessment for fresh decrowned pineapples from India and Indonesia.
From drones to AI harvesters: Australian pineapple industry showcases the future of farming
Artificial intelligence, drones, elite pineapple genetics, and sustainable farming practices will take centre stage when Australia's pineapple industry gathers for the 2026 Pineapple Field Days in Hervey Bay from 30 – 31 July.
Budget delivers investment, but regions need continued support
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) welcomed investment in water assets as part of the 2026–27 Queensland Budget, however warned that ongoing commitment and future funding will be needed to ensure these assets deliver their full potential.
Growers must not become collateral damage of disaster funding reforms
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) is seeking assurances that Queensland growers will not become collateral damage in proposed changes to Australia's disaster recovery funding arrangements.
Minimum wage decision another blow to growers already facing rising costs
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) says the Fair Work Commission's (FWC) latest wage decision will increase cost pressures for fruit and vegetable growers at a time when many businesses are already struggling to absorb rising input costs.
Export success hides domestic pain for growers - food security needs action
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) is warning against complacency on Australia's food security following the release of the ABARES June 2026 Agricultural Commodities Report, which shows export growth is increasingly obscuring challenges facing domestic fruit and vegetable production.
Federal Budget delivers mixed outcome for horticulture
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) says the 2026–27 Federal Budget delivers several positive measures for horticulture businesses, particularly around fuel and fertiliser security, tax certainty, and small business investment, but significant concerns remain around future investment in drought resilience and regional agricultural programs.
Support for growers needed to keep fresh food on supermarket shelves
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) says pressure continues to build for horticulture growers despite recent Federal Government measures aimed at supporting freight and input costs.
Payroll tax settings not working for the regions
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) is calling on the State Government to review payroll tax settings and adopt a more reasonable compliance approach, warning that current arrangements are creating inequity and placing additional pressure on growers already battling soaring input costs.
Enough talk, it’s time for action: Queensland growers are at breaking point
Queensland horticulture growers have been dealing with rising input costs for years. Now, surging fuel prices, and critical input shortages are compounding those pressures, pushing farms to breaking point, threatening jobs and the state’s long-term supply of fresh fruit and vegetables.
Payroll tax relief a cashflow lifeline for Queensland horticulture growers
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) is calling on the Queensland Government to introduce temporary payroll tax relief for primary producers in declared disaster zones, saying the measure would provide an immediate boost to farm cashflow and help growers recover faster.
Fair Farms appoints Amanda Higgins as National Program Manager
Fair Farms, Australia’s only independent social compliance training and certification program for horticulture, has appointed Amanda Higgins as National Program Manager, reinforcing the program’s strong foundations and clear strategic direction for the future.
QFVG welcomes independent review of Horticulture Code of Conduct
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) welcomes the Australian Government’s announcement of an independent review of the Horticulture Code of Conduct, to be led by Mr Chris Leptos AO.
QFVG appoints Scott Kompo-Harms as Chief Executive Officer
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Kompo-Harms as its new Chief Executive Officer, commencing 12 January 2026.
New report reveals Queensland horticulture pumps $6.06 billion into the economy and supports nearly 45,000 jobs
Queensland’s horticulture sector is doing far more than feeding the nation – it’s contributing more than $6 billion to the state economy each year and supporting almost 45,000 jobs, according to a new report released today by the Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG).
QFVG appoints Interim CEO as recruitment commences
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) has announced leadership arrangements as the organisation commences recruitment for its next Chief Executive Officer.
Rachel Chambers appointed Queensland Food Farmers’ Commissioner
Some big news for our QFVG family today – our CEO Rachel Chambers has been appointed by the Crisafulli Government as the next Queensland Food Farmers’ Commissioner.
Better fruit, stronger future: The Australian pineapple industry’s bold steps to grow, improve
From elite pineapple clones to smarter spray systems and a prototype that could reshape the future of pineapple planting - this year’s Elimbah CO-OP Pineapple Field Days (24–25 July, Sunshine Coast) will put practical, grower-led innovation on full display.
Queensland leads the way on farm workplace compliance
Queensland’s horticulture industry has been recognised as a national leader in workplace compliance, following the release today of the Fair Work Ombudsman’s Horticulture Compliance Report 2021–2024.