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New AgTech Hub to drive innovation and jobs in agriculture
Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities The Honourable Mark Furner
The new Bundaberg AgTech Hub is set to unlock the enormous potential of agricultural technology across the region and enable local farmers to explore the latest innovations.
Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner officially launched the Bundaberg Regional Council’s
AgTech Hub today at Bargara.
“The adoption of AgTech by producers is key to the future profitability and sustainability of Queensland’s agricultural supply chain,” Mr Furner said.
The project, next to Baldwin Swamp, has received $2.78m in funding through the Queensland Reconstruction Authority.
Bundaberg Regional Council Mayor Jack Dempsey said securing funding to undertake the project was a massive boost for the community.
“The Washpool Creek naturalisation project will see 1.4 km of concrete drain turned into a functional and vibrant open space,” Cr Dempsey said.
“This concrete drain has well exceeded its useful life and needs to be replaced so we’re taking the opportunity to do this with a best practice approach.
“A beautiful natural creek, native trees, picnic shelters and pathways and boardwalks will encourage families to use this area and interact with nature.