Australian dairy products from northern New South Wales and Southern Queensland are on their way to Japan, marking the first international shipment from Norco’s Lismore dairy operations since before the Northern Rivers floods in 2022.
The Albanese Government’s Future Drought Fund (FDF) will support rural, regional and remote communities across Australia to boost social drought resilience and mental health.
Farmers, fishers, foresters, and small agricultural businesses who have taken a financial hit will get more help, with the Albanese Government investing an extra $1.7 million in the Rural Financial Counselling Service (RFCS).
The future of sustainable forestry received a significant boost today with the official launch of the Albanese Government’s $100 million Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI) program.
Commonwealth, state, and territory agriculture ministers have met and confirmed their commitment to jointly lead the renewal of the Australian Animal Welfare Strategy (AAWS), and to develop a National Statement on Animal Welfare.
ABARES latest forecasts, released today, show that Australia’s agriculture industry remains in good shape, with production levels expected to rebound by up to 6% in 2024-25.
Two new research centres have been identified as the preferred candidates to receive funding under the Albanese Government funded Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI) program after a competitive expressions of interest process.
