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 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.

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.

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.

The Federal Government has announced a series of measures aimed at supporting farmers facing ongoing supply and cost pressures.

Grain Producers Australia is warning fuel and fertiliser pressures are shaping seeding decisions, as growers approach the 2026 planting window.

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.

Western Australian sheep producers and processors are set to receive $20 million in the first round of the Supply Chain Capacity Program grants.

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.