CGA reps attend General Meeting and tickets on sale for the Cotton Collective
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The finalists for the 2025 Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC) Chris Lehmann Young Cotton Achiever of the Year Award have been revealed, with the award recipient to be named at the Cotton Collective in Toowoomba.
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The future direction of myBMP was in focus at Cotton Australia’s General Meeting with a dedicated one-hour workshop bringing together growers and industry representatives to discuss how the program can continue to support best practice on farm while responding to evolving sustainability expectations.
Explore the latest advancements in cotton farming at the 2025 Cotton Collective Trade Show in Toowoomba. The event will feature new technology, innovative tools, and industry-leading solutions designed to improve efficiency and productivity. Tickets for the 2025 Cotton Collective are on sale now.
Coleambally cotton farmer Joe Briggs was recently invited into the Sydney studio of Radio 2GB’s breakfast host Ben Fordham to chat all things cotton.
Close to 30 representatives from Cotton Grower Associations have attended the November General Meeting in Sydney to hear about the latest developments in their industry, the work of the Cotton Australian team and to consider research priorities.
Toowoomba Deputy Mayor tours cotton region
Regional Manager for the Darling Downs Howard Coggan recently assisted Toowoomba Deputy Mayor to get a better grasp of the cotton industry by hosting a farm and gin tour.
The St George Cotton Growers Association brought a touch of Las Vegas to town with their Cotton Grower Awards Gala, transforming the Showground pavilion into a casino to celebrate the achievements of local growers. With 130 guests dressed up for the occasion, the evening also included a farewell tribute to outgoing Regional Manager Sally Rigney.
Planning is underway for the 2026 Australian Cotton Conference, and growers are invited to be part of the committee guiding its development.
It’s been a busy start to June for Cotton Australia’s Education Manager, Jenny Hughes, with several key events including Discover Ag and Sydney STEM Festival.
The Queensland Competition Authority has set the regulated regional electricity prices for 2025–26 with average prices increasing by approximately 3.8% for residential tariffs, 3.2% for small business tariffs, and 2.8% for large business customers.
Cotton Australia is currently recruiting for two Regional Manager positions:
Full-time – Northern NSW: Gwydir, Upper Namoi, Lower Namoi, Walgett and Bourke, based in Narrabri or surrounds.
Part-time – St George, Mungindi and Dirranbandi: Up to two days per week, based locally.
News in brief
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The Fair Work Commission has announced a 3.5% increase to all modern award minimum wages for 2024–25, applying to all award classifications. The changes will take effect from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2025. |
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The Queensland Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers is reviewing the effectiveness of water markets. Water entitlement holders are invited to participate in a short survey on how well water markets are working—and where they can be improved. |
2025 Grower of the Year
Tyson Armitage runs Wamara near Cecil Plains, where he’s growing 230 hectares of irrigated cotton this season. His focus is on improving efficiency—reducing inputs like water, nutrition and labour while maintaining productivity.
