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Coalition Pushes to Double Fuel Reserves
The Federal Coalition has unveiled a plan to more than double Australia’s minimum fuel reserves, as concerns grow over the nation’s exposure to global supply disruptions.
Dan Crouch
Apr 301 min read


AEC Urges Regional Voters to Plan Ahead for Farrer By-election
The Australian Electoral Commission is encouraging voters in the Farrer electorate to plan ahead for the upcoming by-election, with a focus on reducing unnecessary travel.
Dan Crouch
Apr 231 min read


Faster Fertiliser Imports Under New Biosecurity Measures
The Federal Government has announced changes to streamline fertiliser imports in an effort to improve supply and reduce costs for Australian farmers, while maintaining biosecurity protections.
Jess Dempster
Apr 221 min read


Changes Announced to Support Farmers Amid Supply Pressures
The Federal Government has announced a series of measures aimed at supporting farmers facing ongoing supply and cost pressures.
Jess Dempster
Apr 11 min read


Supply Chain Concerns Mount as Growers Weigh Seeding Decisions
Grain Producers Australia is warning fuel and fertiliser pressures are shaping seeding decisions, as growers approach the 2026 planting window.
Dan Crouch
Apr 11 min read


National Food Supply Chain Review Underway
The Federal Government has commissioned a National Food Supply Chain Assessment, as it responds to growing concerns over the impact of the Middle East conflict on Australia’s agricultural systems.
The review forms part of the National Food Security Strategy and will examine vulnerabilities across key supply chains.
Dan Crouch
Mar 231 min read


$20 Million Boost for WA Sheep Industry Transition
Western Australian sheep producers and processors are set to receive $20 million in the first round of the Supply Chain Capacity Program grants.
Jess Dempster
Feb 251 min read


Australian Farmers Urge Government to Hold Firm in EU Trade Talks
Australia’s peak farm body is warning the Federal Government not to compromise agricultural interests as negotiations on an Australia–European Union Free Trade Agreement enter a critical phase in Brussels.
Jess Dempster
Feb 101 min read


Review Announced into Horticulture Code of Conduct
The Federal Government has announced an independent review of the Horticulture Code of Conduct, as Australia’s horticulture industry continues to grow in value and complexity.
The review will be led by Mr Chris Leptos AO and will examine whether the Code remains fit-for-purpose nearly a decade after its last review.
Jess Dempster
Jan 291 min read


New traceability grants open to support agricultural exports
A new four-million-dollar round of agricultural traceability grants has opened, aimed at strengthening Australia’s export supply chains and biosecurity systems.
Jess Dempster
Jan 141 min read


Coalition Pledges Gas Expansion and Nuclear Neutrality to Tackle Energy Costs
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has outlined a Coalition energy approach centered on affordable power, expanded gas supply and technology neutrality, as households face rising electricity prices and cost-of-living pressures.
Jess Dempster
Jan 51 min read


Opposition Leader Sussan Ley Condemns Murray-Darling Water Buybacks as ‘Devastating’ for Regional Communities
In a recent interview on FlowFM, Federal Opposition Leader Sussan Ley strongly criticised the Albanese Government’s latest round of water buybacks from the Murray-Darling Basin, warning the move will damage regional economies while failing to deliver the environmental benefits.
Jess Dempster
Jan 52 min read


ATA Opposes Regional Speed Limit Reductions
The Australian Trucking Association has added its voice to growing industry concern over a federal proposal to reduce speed limits on unsigned regional roads.
Jess Dempster
Nov 17, 20251 min read


Farmers push for productivity plan
NSW Farmers is urging the Australian Government to commit to a plan to drive productivity through the agricultural sector and get the...
Flow Australia
Aug 19, 20251 min read


Focus on cattle tick welcomed
NSW Farmers Cattle Committee chair Tony Hegarty says the appointment of a new biosecurity commissioner is vital to ensure work on...
Flow Australia
Aug 19, 20252 min read


Nominations for 2025 Livestock SA Biosecurity Farmer of the Year Award
Open Livestock SA has announced that nominations are now open for the 2025 Biosecurity Farmer of the Year Award. Now in its third year,...
Flow Australia
Aug 12, 20251 min read


Beef producers holding firm despite market pressures
The latest data from Meat & Livestock SA shows the beef producers and remaining resilient and patient in the face of market and seasonal...
Flow Australia
Aug 12, 20252 min read


Red tape cut for farmers looking to build small on-farm abattoirs in Victoria
The Victorian government is changing the state planning rules to allow farmers to build and operate micro abattoirs on their properties...
Flow Australia
Aug 5, 20252 min read


$21 million investment for NSW canola growers
The NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (NSW DPIRD) and Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is...
Flow Australia
Jul 22, 20252 min read


Australia Grape and Wine responds to Emerson Review
Australian Grape and Wine has welcomed the release of Dr Craig Emerson’s Review of Regulatory Options for the Wine and Grape Sector,...
Flow Australia
Jul 16, 20252 min read
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