The grazing industry continues to have favourable conditions although some isolated areas, such as Collinsville, did not receive much rain. Wet conditions persisted in dairying areas of the Atherton Tablelands. However, land preparations for rye grass were possible and cropping and dry tropical horticulture enjoyed a return to near normal conditions. Western Queensland is enjoying an above average season after record breaking rainfall during February. Pastures have responded favourably producing a bulk of green feed and a variety of pasture plants.
Water storages are at capacity and almost all major river systems have had substantial flows.
Livestock are in good condition and will continue to show the effects of such a season going into winter. Blackall district continued to escape above median rainfall, however there is abundant dry feed with a small amount of green pick. Winton received further above median rainfalls during March. Rainfall during March was below average for most of Central Region. Grazing areas in many parts of Broadsound and Nebo Shires and the areas north of Rockhampton remain in relatively poor condition for this time of year, due to a succession of dry months.