The results of the Victorian Farmers Federation’s 2026 State of the State Farmer Priorities Survey have been released, revealing the condition of regional roads is now the number one issue facing rural and regional Victorians.

Grain Growers is calling for greater cooperation between industry and government to prepare for risks that could disrupt production, food security and the wider economy.

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.

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.

The CFA is urging Victorians to ensure wood heaters are used safely this winter after a house was destroyed by fire in East Gippsland.

The Victorian Farmers Federation United Dairyfarmers Policy Council has met for the first time since its recent election, outlining key priorities for the year ahead.

South Australia's birdwatching community is being enlisted to strengthen the state's response to H5 bird flu. The Malinauskas Government has partnered with Conservation Council SA, Birds SA and BirdLife Australia to deliver a specialist training program for volunteer bird observers.

Victorian farmers are being encouraged to review their farm safety practices ahead of updated dangerous goods regulations coming into effect later this month.

The Victorian Farmers Federation says new federal environmental laws are making it harder for farmers to manage their own land.

A Wagga Wagga man has been fined $12,000 and ordered to pay more than $30,000 in costs after operating an illegal knackery in southern New South Wales.

An extra $400,000 has been allocated to support community events aimed at helping farming families recover from drought and bushfire challenges across Victoria.

New national research from Harvard University in partnership with the Commonwealth Bank has revealed Australian farmers are increasingly adopting new farming practices and innovation in response to rising costs, climate pressures and global uncertainty.

One of Australia’s most respected chefs, author and fourth generation farmer Matt Moran AM has officially joined the national movement to encourage more Australians to eat more Aussie-grown vegetables, as Ambassador for the Plus One Serve program. IMAGE: AusVeg

Grain Producers South Australia says it cannot support any proposed route for the Northern Transmission Project unless compensation arrangements for affected landholders are brought into line with those offered interstate.

The Federal Government has secured around 90-thousand tonnes of additional agricultural fertiliser for Australian farmers under new Strategic Reserve powers, aimed at protecting supply chains affected by conflict in the Middle East.

The first low-interest loans have now been approved under the South Australian Government’s two-hundred million dollar drought loan scheme, with funding beginning to reach producers in some of the state’s hardest-hit regions.

Grain Producers SA is continuing calls for grain growers to gain access to stronger mouse bait products, as new survey results reveal one in every two producers is seeing mouse activity on farm.

GrainGrowers is calling on the Federal Government to make national food security a priority in the May Budget, as global tensions drive up the cost of key farm inputs.

The New South Wales Government has announced a $7 million funding boost to rebuild the state’s cattle tick program, following an independent review.

Victorian farmers are being urged to take extra care if planning to light burn piles once fire restrictions ease, amid concerns about risks to livestock.