Australia has recorded its first confirmed case of the H5 bird flu strain in a native seabird, after a greater crested tern found on South Australia's Limestone Coast tested positive for the virus. The detection at Robe Marina marks the first confirmed case in an Australian seabird and brings the national total to 12, including 11 migratory birds and one native species.

Australian Dairy Farmers says recent action by the consumer watchdog against Lactalis Australia highlights the importance of maintaining trust in the nation’s dairy industry. The dairy giant has paid almost 60 thousand dollars in penalties after the ACCC issued infringement notices over claims two milk products marketed as “fresh” contained significant amounts of powdered, reconstituted ingredients.

A new insight report from Grain Producers South Australia has revealed the state's grain growers are increasingly leasing land, adopting collaborative farming arrangements and planning for succession as they adapt to a changing operating environment. The 2025 Annual Grain Producer Survey attracted a record 1,046 responses from growers across every cropping region, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the industry's structure, workforce and future direction.

Authorities across Australia are urging producers and the public to remain alert as the situation regarding the H5 strain of high pathogenicity avian influenza continues to develop.

The NSW Nationals are urging urgent government action after China imposed an additional 55 per cent tariff on Australian beef imports.

The race for South Australia's Agricultural Town of the Year title has narrowed to ten finalists following a statewide public vote.

Victoria’s private livestock veterinarians are being further upskilled in disease detection and emergency response, through recent training programs delivered by Agriculture Victoria.

In Victoria, farmers affected by the January bushfires are being encouraged to explore the recovery assistance still available to help rebuild their businesses.

South Australia’s citrus season is officially underway, with growers preparing for strong demand both locally and overseas as winter harvesting ramps up across the state.

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator is warning operators to remain vigilant, after new data revealed a sharp rise in dangerous trailer detachment incidents across Australia’s freight network.

Grain Producers Australia says work is continuing with the national regulator on an emergency permit application for stronger zinc phosphide mouse bait, as growers battle rising mouse numbers across parts of South Australia and Western Australia.

A new artificial intelligence-driven fire detection system is improving early bushfire response across South Australia’s south-east, identifying nearly 90 unplanned fires since its introduction.

South Australian grain growers are being encouraged to seek the latest advice on rising mouse activity, with an online industry session scheduled for this Friday night.

Grain growers across Western Australia and South Australia are being urged to provide detailed evidence of mouse activity, as part of an emergency permit application for stronger bait.

South Australians are being urged to take extra care on the roads, as a high-risk travel period begins with major events and school holidays driving increased traffic.

Australia’s cherry industry is set to introduce a national quality standard, aimed at improving consistency and boosting consumer confidence. The new three-year project will establish clear, evidence-based benchmarks to help growers deliver more reliable eating quality across each season.

Victoria’s Country Fire Authority is urging farmers to monitor haystacks closely following a spike in fires linked to recent rainfall. The authority says volunteers have been called out to more than 30 incidents involving haystacks since the start of summer, including several in recent weeks.

Australia’s cattle industry is set for another strong year, with new projections pointing to near-record production levels in 2026.

A new alliance of farmers, conservationists and community groups is calling for urgent action on invasive species, warning Victoria is falling behind in managing the growing threat.

New data shows lending to Australia’s farm sector is on the rise, as producers reinvest in their businesses and manage ongoing financial pressures.