Deadline Extended for Tropical Cyclone Jasper Recovery Grants

Queensland primary producers impacted by Tropical Cyclone Jasper now have more time to access support, with the deadline for the Extraordinary Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants extended to 30 June 2025. The extension provides eligible applicants additional time to apply for grants of up to $75,000, designed to assist with recovery costs and rebuilding efforts. Administered […]

Papaya Mealybug Detected in Townsville

The invasive papaya mealybug (Paracoccus marginatus) has been confirmed in Townsville, posing a significant biosecurity concern and bringing the threat closer to Queensland’s primary papaya-growing regions. Papaya mealybug is a sap-sucking insect that weakens plants by feeding on their sap, causing leaf yellowing, premature fruit drop, and stunted growth. It also excretes a sticky substance […]