$2 million in funding has just been announced by the Queensland Government in hopes of managing the State’s feral pig problem.
Feral pigs are widespread across Queensland and cause significant harm as pests. They degrade soil and water quality, threaten native species, spread invasive plants, harm agricultural crops and livestock and can even transmit diseases.
More than $2 million in funding has been awarded with four new feral pig management coordinators appointed with a focus on investing in a biosecure future for all Queenslanders.
Rachel Chay Deputy Director General & Chief Biosecurity Officer said “Feral pigs wreak havoc on agriculture and the environment.
“These grants not only mitigate the impact of feral pests but also create more jobs in regional areas, contributing to the overall economic health of our communities.
The two successful applicants - Desert Channels Queensland and South West Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils were selected to receive funding through Round 8(a) which will see the employment of four feral pig management coordinators.
These coordinators will support the initiation and delivery of effective feral pig management bolstering local biosecurity efforts.
“This funding of more than $2 million has been dedicated to employing up to four feral pig management coordinators to support the initiation and delivery of effective feral pig management across the state,” Dr Chay added.
"This is a crucial investment in biosecurity and feral pest management in Queenslanders.”
The application period for Round 8(a) - Feral Pig Coordination - Biosecurity Preparedness closed on February 29, 2024.
Applications were received from various Regional Natural Resource Management groups, Regional Organisations of Councils and incorporated industry organisations.
This latest funding round under QFPI brings the Queensland Government’s total investment in controlling invasive plants and animals to more than $29.2 million over eight years. This initiative is further bolstered by a $14 million investment from the Federal Government.
For more information, visit https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/business-priorities/biosecurity/invasive-plants-animals/qld-feral-pest-initiative
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