Bundaberg Region irrigators are trading more water as dry conditions reduce storage capacity, according to the latest Australian Water Markets annual report.
As part of celebrations around National Science Week, Sugar Research Australia is hosting an Open Day to showcase their innovative practices and provide the public an opportunity to tour the new facilities in Welcome Creek.
Bundaberg is home to the Asia Pacific headquarters of international company Multikraft Probiotics which is producing fermented compost for growers throughout Australia.
The Australian Macadamia Society has revised its 2019 crop forecast downwards after prolonged dry conditions across major growing areas, including the Bundaberg Region.