'Benchmark for excellence': Canberra's public servants celebrated in King's Birthday honours Broad range of contributions recognised in 2026 honours. The Canberra Times · Jun 7
Cheesed off: Aussie dairy at centre of trade quandary Australian cheese has become the subject of a long debate in Senate estimates, with concerns producers are not getting a fair slice under the EU trade deal. AAP · May 27
Aussie meat in high demand despite international beef Australian beef is a hot commodity despite trade tussles with China and the United States, while domestic prices wane as farmers recover from floods and fires. AAP · Feb 10
Drought continues but farmers find 'paydirt' at last Australia's combined agriculture, fisheries and forestry production is on track to reach a record-breaking $106.4 billion in 2025–26. AAP · Dec 1, 2025
'Wake up': farmers face more pressure on deforestation Glenn Morris, a farmer and an environmentalist, says crackdowns on deforestation can't come soon enough as the cattle industry faces increased scrutiny. AAP · Mar 7, 2025
Rising livestock prices behind agricultural growth Rising red meat prices and strong seasonal conditions are driving growth, with agricultural production expected to hit $86 billion this financial year. AAP · Sep 2, 2024
Farmland value doubles in a decade but fewer sales Australian farmland has more than doubled in price per hectare during the past decade, according to the latest data from ABARES. AAP · Mar 14, 2024
Some green shoots ahead for agricultural production Agricultural production is expected to rebound slightly for 2024/25 following predicted falls of 15 per cent to $80 billion for 2023/24. AAP · Mar 4, 2024
More women and young people join agricultural workforce Analysis of the 2021 census shows more women, young people and those from a culturally diverse background are choosing to work in agriculture. AAP · Oct 19, 2023
Farm incomes to tumble as drier conditions take hold Farm incomes are expected to fall this financial year due to drier conditions and lower prices, the federal government's agricultural forecaster says. AAP · Oct 5, 2023
Aussie farmers 'lead world' in sustainable agriculture With lower pesticide use, healthier soil and decades of returning land for conservation, a new report says Australian farmers lead the world in sustainability. AAP · Jul 4, 2023
Central bank going ‘rogue’, senator claims – as it happened This blog is now closed. The Guardian - AU · Jun 6, 2023
Farmers still grappling with impact of 2022 NSW flood crisis optimistic about winter crop Recent rain gives the farming sector hope for a successful winter crop, after a challenging six months following last year's devastating flooding. ABC News · Apr 29, 2023
Australian seafood nets big dollars but tide is turning Australian fishers and seafood farmers have netted impressive production figures but officials warn there are stormy seas on the horizon. AAP · Mar 6, 2023
ABC News · Mar 6, 2023 Australian farming sets $90b record after wet weather creates food, fibre bonanza Good growing conditions and high prices for fresh produce have driven a boom across the farming industry, but will the future be as sunny?
AAP · Mar 6, 2023 Farmers deliver rivers of gold but drier times ahead Australia's agriculture sector continues to smash production and export records but a looming dry spell is expected to put a dent in the surging figures.
ABC News · Dec 5, 2022 Farm export values push to near record high despite challenging east coast conditions In more pain for hip pockets, a cold and wet spring on the east coast has sent local food prices soaring, while the export value of Australian farm products is set to break records.
AAP · Dec 5, 2022 Big wet fails to dampen farm production Australian agriculture remains on track for an outstanding 12 months despite flooding across the east coast taking its toll, according to official forecasts.
ABC News · Sep 5, 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.
AAP · 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 · Jun 28, 2022 Export restrictions push up food prices 65% in two years Moves by governments globally to restrict exports are exacerbating price rises and increasing food insecurity, according to the latest report from ABARES.
ABC News · Jun 6, 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.
AAP · Jun 6, 2022 Records forecast for Aust agriculture Australian agriculture is expected to hit its second highest amount of production on record, according to the quarterly outlook for the sector.
ABC News · Feb 28, 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.