GrainGrowers’ 2026 State of the Australian Grain Industry Report has revealed that average Australian grain production has increased by 45% over the past five years, reaching 64 million tonnes in 2025-26.

South Australian pet owners and backyard poultry keepers are being urged to take precautions against H5 bird flu, with 163 confirmed cases now recorded in wild birds across the state.

The South Australian Government has announced that an additional $876,000 will be provided to extend South Australia’s Rural Financial Counselling Service for farmers and rural businesses recovering from drought.

The Aerial Application Association of Australia is reminding drone operators to take care around canola crops as the flowering season gets underway across Australia. The association says while canola season offers stunning drone photography opportunities, photographers must remember the crops are active agricultural workplaces where aircraft may be carrying out important tasks.

The Fair Work Ombudsman has launched legal action against the former operators of a regional Victorian livestock transport business, over alleged underpayments totalling almost 300-thousand dollars.

The National Farmers’ Federation says the Federal Government’s new guide to changes to environmental laws leaves farmers with more questions than answers.

South Australia’s grain producers are set to have a stronger voice on national agricultural policy, following a new agreement between GrainGrowers and Grain Producers SA.

The Federal Government has said it will implement all eight recommendations from the second review of Australia’s Dairy Code, aimed at improving fairness and transparency between dairy farmers and processors.

South Australia’s sheep and cattle industries are set to benefit from almost $5 million in producer-funded investment during the 2026-27 financial year.

Australian-grown avocados, potatoes and vegetables will be promoted more prominently in health and nutrition discussions under a new multi-industry program.

Recent analysis by Meat & Livestock Australia has revealed restocker heifer prices have fallen sharply, as tighter feed and water supplies prompt cattle buyers to become more selective about the quality of livestock they purchase.

The National Farmers’ Federation is calling for urgent Federal Government funding to keep the national wild dog management program operating beyond September.

The three finalists for the 2026 South Australian Ag Town of the Year Award have been announced, with Burra from the Mid North, Cummins on the Eyre Peninsula and Waikerie in the Riverland progressing to the final round.

The Victorian Farmers Federation is seeking feedback from farmers and regional communities through its second annual State of the State survey.

The National Farmers’ Federation has confirmed the Regional Tech Hub has closed after six years supporting rural, regional and remote Australians with independent phone and internet advice.

The National Farmers’ Federation is urging farmers to review their biosecurity plans as the H5N1 strain of avian influenza continues to spread among wild birds across Australia. The warning comes after testing confirmed the virus has spread between wild birds on Australian soil for the first time since it was detected last month.

Livestock SA is calling on producers, groups and organisations to nominate for the 2026 Biosecurity Farmer of the Year Award. Now in its fourth year, the award recognises producers, across the red meat and wool industries who are strengthening biosecurity and protecting the future of South Australia’s livestock sector.

South Australia has recorded another confirmed case of H5 bird flu in wild birds, with testing confirming a second infected silver gull at Robe.

NSW Farmers says a parliamentary inquiry has confirmed long-held concerns about the rollout of Renewable Energy Zones, after concluding the transition has caused what it describes as "avoidable harm" to regional communities.

The Victorian Farmers Federation says the latest Parliamentary Inquiry into the state's 2026 summer bushfires must lead to action, warning farmers cannot afford another review without meaningful change.