South Australian farmers and producers impacted by drought will be supported through a $30 million boost to farm business and regional resilience programs.
The 2025 National Drought Forum opens today in Gawler, South Australia, bringing together Australia’s agricultural sector to strengthen the nation’s approach to drought preparedness, recovery and resilience.
The Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF), Adam Fennessy PSM will complete his term on Friday, 26 September 2025, subject to the approval of the Governor-General, Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC.
Australian growers will soon be able to export our world-class apples to Canada, thanks to improved market access conditions negotiated by the Albanese Labor Government.
Australia’s farmers and producers are on track to deliver a record result, with new figures released today showing an agriculture, fisheries and forestry industry forecast to pass $100 billion this financial year.
The Albanese Labor Government continues to back in Australia’s world-class wine and cider industry, with $30 million worth of new funding for local producers.
The Albanese Labor Government is supporting the growth, resilience and sustainability of Australia’s agricultural sector, with an additional $1 billion in new loan funding through the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC).
$20 million jointly funded commitment by the Australian and Queensland Governments has been approved to help with biosecurity and pest control in aftermath of record-breaking western Queensland flood.
