The Latest Breaking News from ABARES

South Australia's grain harvest boosted by August rainfall and 'perfect start' to spring

South Australia's grain harvest is looking promising despite the state experiencing its driest winter since 2019.

ABC News · Sep 12, 2022

Good weather, high prices and the most valuable farm export earnings on record ABARES predicts

For the first time, the value of Australia's food and fibre exports is expected to exceed $70 billion, according to the latest ABARES forecast.

ABC News · Sep 5, 2022

Agricultural exports to exceed $70 billon

Farming exports are expected to reach a record $70.3 billion, according to the latest insights, almost 50 per cent more than a decade ago.

AAP · Sep 5, 2022

Record-breaking exports, big crops put Australian farmers on track for bumper season

Grain growers are set to enjoy a record-breaking year as demand for Australian exports continues but, closer to home, food prices are unlikely to ease over the next 12 months.

ABC News · Jun 6, 2022

Foot-and-mouth disease detected in Indonesia; Australian livestock sector on alert

There's confirmation of more than 1,200 cases of the contagious disease, which can lead to significant production losses and trade restrictions costing billions of dollars.

ABC News · May 6, 2022

ABARES forecasts value of Australian agriculture to hit $81b in 2021-22, a new record

The national commodity forecaster expects the value of agriculture to reach $81 billion this financial year, thanks to a record grain harvest and the highest prices paid for Australian produce in 32 years.

ABC News · Feb 28, 2022