The Australian Government has committed to fund their share of the Greater South East Irrigation Scheme (GSEIS). After recently receiving a revised bid for funding from the Tasmanian Government, the Albanese Government will contribute more than $150 million towards the project. Announcing Read more
The federal Liberal opposition has committed $150 million, if it is elected to government next year, to enable the Greater South East Irrigation Scheme to go ahead. CRPA president James Bresnehan said the association and its members wholeheartedly welcome this announcement. “We thank Read more
CRPA’s partnership with the TAS Farm Innovation Hub has been captured in a video case study showing how the federal government’s Future Drought Fund is being used to help farmers in the valley adapt to climate challenges. CRPA values the Read more
Long-time CRPA member David Skinner has been recognised in the Hobart Mercury as he steps down from the board of the Royal Agricultural Society of Tasmania after 80 years of involvement. He will remain on the Show Council. David, quoted Read more
Farmers in south-eastern Tasmania were left surprised and disappointed on federal budget night when it was revealed that the proposed Greater South East Irrigation Scheme missed out on the crucial federal funding needed for the new scheme to go ahead. Read more
This event is an opportunity for farmers in the Coal Valley to come together, share insights and information on making the most of limited water available now and capitalise on the rain, when it comes. Date: Thursday 13 June 2024 Read more
CRPA has been working with Resilient Farming Tas and the East Coast Primary Producers Association to bring you an on-farm workshop on Thursday 29 February, 2024 at Richmond Park Estate about planning ahead so your business is more resilient to climate risks. Read more
The Coal River Products Association was proud to play an important role in the Richmond Town Parade, held on 10 December to acknowledge Richmond’s rich history and culture with a spectacular display of music, costumes, and vehicles from the past Read more
Particularly when conditions are dry, as is the case currently, irrigation is an issue that’s front-of-mind for farmers. CRPA members have been keeping up-to-date with the latest irrigation information, both for the current season, and long term. Andrew Kneebone, Tasmanian Read more
Join NRM South and CRPA for a Coal Valley Farming Forecaster workshop focussed on planning for the dry season ahead. Farming Forecaster is a powerful drought decision support tool that provides graziers with a better insight into current conditions and Read more