CANEGROWERS wins replanting support for flood-hit growers

Today’s announcement follows strong advocacy by the peak grower body, working in conjunction with the Queensland Farmers’ Federation and their commodity members.

Minister for Primary Industries Tony Perrett announced the initiative on the floor of the Queensland Parliament today, saying: “North Queensland farmers can look forward with confidence, knowing the Crisafulli Government had their back”.

CANEGROWERS CEO Dan Galligan called the decision “a critical step forward for growers hit hard by recent flooding.”

“Early estimates are putting crop losses in the worst-affected areas at anywhere up to one million tonnes. Recovery isn’t just about cleaning up – it’s about getting those crops back in the ground so farmers can rebuild.”

Crop losses don’t just affect this season, they impact future harvests, farm viability, the wider sugar industry, and regional communities, Mr Galligan said.

“CANEGROWERS has been pushing for this change, and we’re grateful the State and Federal Governments have come out strong in support of growers. We now urge them to roll this out quickly, with minimal red tape.

CANEGROWERS is engaged in proactive discussions around updating the definition of a primary producer and identifying further on-ground assistance needed to support recovery efforts, Mr Galligan said.

“CANEGROWERS stands ready to work with the State and Federal Governments to ensure this support delivers real benefits on the ground.”