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NOTICE OF 2026 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Grain Producers Australia Limited (ABN 63 111 159 998) will be held as a hybrid meeting on Monday 27 July 2026 commencing at 9:00am AEST. Members can attend the meeting in person at the ANZ building, 833 Collins St, Melbourne, Victoria or participate online via Zoom (meeting link HERE). Please click to register for the meeting via Eventbrite HERE The meeting will cover the following agenda items: Welcome Min
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GRAIN CENTRAL | Urea price dive hits suppliers beyond the chosen three
The Federal Government's fertiliser support package has come under scrutiny as global urea prices continue to fall. Grain Central reported concerns that while the intervention was designed to protect growers during a period of supply uncertainty, suppliers outside the scheme are now carrying significant losses and questions are being raised about competition in the fertiliser market. Grain Producers Australia Southern Region Director Mark Schilling said the current arrangemen
Jun 30


GRAIN CENTRAL | Planting done after late break for chickpeas
Pulse growers are weighing up the practical implications of the APVMA's final paraquat and diquat decision ahead of harvest. Grain Central explored how the revised 14-day withholding period could change desiccation practices for lentils and other pulse crops, with growers expected to consider alternative chemistries and harvest management options while adapting to the new requirements over the next two seasons. Grain Producers Australia Southern Region Director Mark Schilling
Jun 29


STOCK JOURNAL | APVMA paraquat decision: 'significant new safety restrictions announced
The APVMA has released its long-awaited final decision on paraquat and diquat, confirming both products will remain available under revised label requirements and new safety restrictions. Stock Journal reported on the decision and the implications for grain growers and Australia's minimum and no-till farming systems. Grain Producers Australia Research, Development and Extension Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said retaining access to the products was an important outcome for Au
Jun 26


RURAL BUSINESS | Win for grain producers in mouse plague fight
Stronger mouse bait is now available to eligible grain growers following the approval of Grain Producers Australia's national emergency permit application. Farm Online reported on the permit, which provides access to 50g/kg zinc phosphide (ZP50) to help manage severe mouse activity across affected grain-growing regions under strict stewardship and reporting requirements. Grain Producers Australia Research, Development and Extension Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said the stron
Jun 26


PARAQUAT RETAINED IN VICTORY FOR SCIENCE AND GRAIN PRODCUERS
Australian grain producers will retain access to paraquat and diquat following the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority's (APVMA) final review decision, delivering a positive outcome for the grains industry and a victory for science-based regulation and due process. Grain Producers Australia (GPA) has welcomed the outcome of the review, which confirms paraquat and diquat will remain available for use in Australian broadacre farming systems subject to revis
Jun 23


COUNTRYMAN | APVMA opts against paraquat, diquat ban in a 'victory' for Australian growers
Australia's independent chemical regulator has confirmed paraquat and diquat will remain available for use, with revised label requirements and application rates following the conclusion of its long-running review. Countryman covered the decision and the significance of the outcome for Australia's grain industry. Grain Producers Australia Research, Development and Extension Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said the decision recognised the importance of minimum and no-till farmin
Jun 23


GRAIN CENTRAL | Paraquat, diquat escape APVMA ban in good news for growers
The APVMA has handed down its long-awaited final decision on paraquat and diquat, confirming both herbicides will remain available for use in Australian farming systems under revised label requirements and use conditions. Grain Central reported on the decision and Grain Producers Australia's response to the outcome. Grain Producers Australia Research, Development and Extension Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann welcomed the decision, saying it provided important certainty for grai
Jun 23


THE WEEKLY TIMES | Paraquat to stay in Australian farming systems
The APVMA has finalised its review of paraquat and diquat, confirming both herbicides will remain available for use in Australian farming systems under new application and safety requirements. The Weekly Times reported on the decision and its significance for grain growers and conservation farming practices. Grain Producers Australia Research, Development and Extension Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann described the outcome as a positive result for Australian agriculture, recogni
Jun 23
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