Water, energy and tariff reform on agenda in CA briefing for Central Highland CGA

Cotton Australia Chair Nigel Burnett and General Manager Michael Murray joined growers at the well-attended Central Highlands Cotton Growers and Irrigators Association meeting in Emerald.  

Cotton Australia’s advocacy on issues such as water, SunWater pricing, energy, and tariff reform were all key discussion points. 

Over 1000ks in four days for NT tour for CA Chair

The Chair of the Cotton Australian's Board Nigel Burnett has joined CA’s Senior Policy Manager for Northern Australia on a whistle-stop tour, meeting with growers, industry support services and government departments. 

Travelling over 1000km in four days, the pair braved Territory heat and a couple of big storms to hold meetings with key industry stakeholders.

myBMP review begins to ensure it meets the needs of growers and global markets

The review of the myBMP program began in late October, with consultants Schuster Consulting Group and GED Advisory meeting Cotton Australia CEO Adam Kay and CRDC Executive Director Allan Williams to assess the program’s alignment with sustainability requirements.

Michael Murray appointed as Honorary Delegate to NSW Irrigators' Council

Michael Murray, Cotton Australia's General Manager, has been appointed as an Honorary Delegate to the NSW Irrigators’ Council (NSWIC) in recognition of his years of hard work representing cotton growers and irrigators. 

Daniel Kahl represents Australian Cotton industry at Textile Exchange Conference

Australia’s cotton industry was well represented by Wee Waa grower and CA board member Daniel Kahl at the Textile Exchange Conference in California last month, where regenerative agriculture, biodiversity and soil health practices and preferred raw materials were the focus.

Australian Cotton Traceability Project Update

Traceability for Australian cotton is one step closer, as a research project funded by the Queensland Government enters its second phase. 

Researchers have delivered a report for the first phase of the “Investigating Traceability Solutions for Australian Cotton” project which has identified system requirements, data needs and the current state of play.

Celebrating National Ag Day with QFF's ‘Can’t Live Without’ Campaign 

Cotton Australia is backing the Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) National Agriculture Day campaign by asking Queenslanders to reflect on what farmers mean to them and the agricultural products they can’t live without. 

Sydney school students learn about Australian cotton  

Geography students at Ingleburn High School recently joined a hands-on incursion led by Cotton Australia’s Education Manager, Jenny Hughes. During the 3-hour session, students learned about the Australian cotton industry’s practices in sustainability, innovation, and technology.