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Central Queensland graziers pivot to premium Wagyu feedlot

See how Brendan and Theresa Curr have safeguarded their business against future droughts and strengthened the efficiency of their operation.

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$5M funding reset for Drought Preparedness Grants

As of 1 July 2026, we are proud to announce the launch of a new funding cycle for the Queensland Government’s Drought Preparedness Grants Scheme.

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QRIDA's Strategic Plan 2026-2030

Learn about QRIDA's purpose, vision and objectives.

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North West QLD brothers forge their own path on the family station

Find out how Luke and Jake Anning used a QRIDA First Start Loan to make their start agriculture.

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Disaster recovery grants and loans available for primary producers, small businesses and non-profit organisations

Find out more about the financial assistance available from QRIDA for the recent disaster events in Queensland

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Need help with your QRIDA disaster recovery application?

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"Having a feedlot operation that’s fed by irrigation, it allows us to contain a lot of cattle in a small area to feed them, so we’re not putting so much grazing pressure on the property” - Brendon Curr

"Anybody who's thinking about getting ready for drought - look at QRIDA. They have amazing assistance and amazing people there to help you with any application and progress your business to be better prepared." - Stewart Conochie, fourth-generation dairy farmer

“We got the Drought Preparedness Grant to build a commodity shed. The shed was roughly $75,000; we got the concrete floor where we put the cotton seed and we do our own hay and silage." - Anthony Curtis, Charbray breeder

“It’s an awesome feeling we’ve got water all the time, everywhere we want it. We can utilise 100 per cent of the place and you’ve got that in the back of your mind that you’re safe with water and that’s the biggest commodity." Matt Lisle, grazier.

“There were crossings washed out, there was topsoil pushed off paddocks, there was trash over the top of cane. It was just a disaster; you didn’t even know where to start. That grant got us through to keep going." - Mathew Di Mauro, cane and watermelon grower

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Central Queensland graziers pivot to premium Wagyu feedlot with QRIDA

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Central Queensland graziers pivot to premium Wagyu feedlot

See how Brendan and Theresa Curr have safeguarded their business against future droughts and strengthened the efficiency of their operation.

$5M funding reset for Drought Preparedness Grants

As of 1 July 2026, we are proud to announce the launch of a new funding cycle for the Queensland Government’s Drought Preparedness Grants Scheme.

QRIDA's Strategic Plan 2026-2030

Learn about QRIDA's purpose, vision and objectives.

North West QLD brothers forge their own path on the family station

Find out how Luke and Jake Anning used a QRIDA First Start Loan to make their start agriculture.

Disaster recovery grants and loans available for primary producers, small businesses and non-profit organisations

Find out more about the financial assistance available from QRIDA for the recent disaster events in Queensland

Need help with your QRIDA disaster recovery application?

Book a personalised virtual QRIDA Connect session with a Disaster Support Officer at a time that suits you.

Our team in regional Queensland, helping you

Find your local Regional Area Manager today.

"Having a feedlot operation that’s fed by irrigation, it allows us to contain a lot of cattle in a small area to feed them, so we’re not putting so much grazing pressure on the property” - Brendon Curr

"Anybody who's thinking about getting ready for drought - look at QRIDA. They have amazing assistance and amazing people there to help you with any application and progress your business to be better prepared." - Stewart Conochie, fourth-generation dairy farmer

“We got the Drought Preparedness Grant to build a commodity shed. The shed was roughly $75,000; we got the concrete floor where we put the cotton seed and we do our own hay and silage." - Anthony Curtis, Charbray breeder

“It’s an awesome feeling we’ve got water all the time, everywhere we want it. We can utilise 100 per cent of the place and you’ve got that in the back of your mind that you’re safe with water and that’s the biggest commodity." Matt Lisle, grazier.

“There were crossings washed out, there was topsoil pushed off paddocks, there was trash over the top of cane. It was just a disaster; you didn’t even know where to start. That grant got us through to keep going." - Mathew Di Mauro, cane and watermelon grower

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Programs and services for a range of areas and industries

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See some of our most recent milestones as of 1 July 2026.

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Central Queensland graziers pivot to premium Wagyu feedlot

See how Brendan and Theresa Curr have safeguarded their business against future droughts and strengthened the efficiency of their operation.

$5M funding reset for Drought Preparedness Grants

As of 1 July 2026, we are proud to announce the launch of a new funding cycle for the Queensland Government’s Drought Preparedness Grants Scheme.

QRIDA's Strategic Plan 2026-2030

Learn about QRIDA's purpose, vision and objectives.

North West QLD brothers forge their own path on the family station

Find out how Luke and Jake Anning used a QRIDA First Start Loan to make their start agriculture.

Disaster recovery grants and loans available for primary producers, small businesses and non-profit organisations

Find out more about the financial assistance available from QRIDA for the recent disaster events in Queensland

Need help with your QRIDA disaster recovery application?

Book a personalised virtual QRIDA Connect session with a Disaster Support Officer at a time that suits you.

Our team in regional Queensland, helping you

Find your local Regional Area Manager today.

"Having a feedlot operation that’s fed by irrigation, it allows us to contain a lot of cattle in a small area to feed them, so we’re not putting so much grazing pressure on the property” - Brendon Curr

"Anybody who's thinking about getting ready for drought - look at QRIDA. They have amazing assistance and amazing people there to help you with any application and progress your business to be better prepared." - Stewart Conochie, fourth-generation dairy farmer

“We got the Drought Preparedness Grant to build a commodity shed. The shed was roughly $75,000; we got the concrete floor where we put the cotton seed and we do our own hay and silage." - Anthony Curtis, Charbray breeder

“It’s an awesome feeling we’ve got water all the time, everywhere we want it. We can utilise 100 per cent of the place and you’ve got that in the back of your mind that you’re safe with water and that’s the biggest commodity." Matt Lisle, grazier.

“There were crossings washed out, there was topsoil pushed off paddocks, there was trash over the top of cane. It was just a disaster; you didn’t even know where to start. That grant got us through to keep going." - Mathew Di Mauro, cane and watermelon grower

I know what I'm looking for

Use the search bar or the quick links to access the information you need.

Programs and services for a range of areas and industries

Sorry, we couldn't find what you are looking for.

We're doing more for Queensland

See some of our most recent milestones as of 1 July 2026.

201

$6.45 billion+

$1.26 billion+

288,156+

Get in touch

Have a question, need some help or would like more information?We're here to help you.

News and events for your region

Like or follow QRIDA on socials

Have a question, need some help or would like more information?
We're here to help you.