The Hon David Littleproud MP
- Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management
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Agricultural workforce set for a boost with AgMove extension to help get thousands more workers onto Australian farms
Thousands more Australians and visa holders will be able to receive financial support to relocate for short-term agricultural work after the Morrison Government announced a six-month extension to…
Submissions Invited on Streamlined Pacific Labour Mobility Initiative
COVID-19 has brought into sharp focus the value of our Pacific labour mobility initiatives, the Seasonal Worker Programme (SWP) and Pacific Labour Scheme (PLS), which provide direct and…
More tertiary opportunities for regional students in Maranoa
Maranoa Country Universities Centre (CUC) officially opened its doors today, providing more opportunities for local students to access tertiary education and training closer to home.
Morrison Government delivers new AgMove support to help boost harvest workforce
The Government has announced a change to its measures aimed at getting workers into jobs on Australian farms.
Australian Government Assistance Extended for NSW Storms and Floods
Australian Government support payments activated for 18 additional local government areas across NSW. Quickest and easiest way to claim is to call 180 22 66. Phone line is…
Agriculture students to become job-ready graduates
Australians who start an agriculture degree next year will pay significantly less for their education and graduate into a profession with strong employment prospects.
Vital support for Australian Farmers
The Australian Government is committed to ensuring Australia’s agriculture sector has access to the labour force it needs.
Joint media release: Seasonal and Pacific Worker pilot programme to be trialled in the Top End
Targeted trial to help meet labour needs of Northern Territory mango growers. The NT relies on seasonal workers and Working Holiday Makers more than any other food growing region.…
Securing workers for Australian Farmers
More regional areas across Australia will benefit from the expansion of Harvest Trail Services into all major horticulture regions across the country.