The 2024-2025 National Residue Survey (NRS)  Grains Brochure  has demonstrated increasingly strong results, with overall compliance with Australian pesticide residue standards 99.6 per cent.  Operating within the Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry, the NRS helps maintain standards, through compliance with pesticide maximum residue limits (MRLs), to help facilitate important trade and market access for Australian grain producers and industry.  This year’s NRS Gra

Growers, storage operators and transporters now have access to an updated khapra beetle fact sheet to assist with identifying, understanding and reporting the high priority pest. Launched by Plant Health Australia as a part of the Grains Farm Biosecurity Plan , the fact sheet includes images of the beetle in various life stages, indications of presence and damage in stored grain and information about how it spreads. The Khapra beetle larvae detection in mid-2025 is a timely

Grain Producers Australia (GPA) took part in the recent Plant Health Australia (PHA) member meetings in Canberra, representing the interests of grain producers and the broader grains industry. These meetings bring together government and industry to review work programs, look at emerging challenges, and set the direction for the national plant biosecurity system. They provide an opportunity for open discussion, updates on key projects and a shared focus on strengthening prepa

The Federal Government's plans to recover the regulatory costs of agricultural exports has industry concerned the announcement is a cost shifting exercised. The new cost recovery arrangements are expected to collect millions of dollars from mid next year. The Weekly Times spoke to Grain Producers Australia Southern Region Director Andrew Weidemann, who said while there was little information released publicly ahead of the January 2026 public consultation, GPA has concerns. “T

Grain Producers Australia (GPA) has raised early concerns following reports that the federal government is considering changes to export cost recovery arrangements that could increase regulatory costs for agricultural exporters. GPA Chair Barry Large said the grains industry had not yet received detailed information beyond what has been reported publicly and would be closely examining any material released through the formal consultation process next year. “At this stage, we

Following the release of results of a national survey of grain producers by representative group Grain Producers Australia, ABC WA Country Hour explored the outcomes. GPA Research and Development and Extension Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said growers have sent a clear message through the independent levy survey, with 76 percent of verified participants supporting a reduction in the GRDC levy and a small increase to the biosecurity levy. He says the result reflects long-held

Grain Producers Australia’s (GPA) grains levy consultation ( HERE ) has revealed strong support for change, with three quarters of grain producer respondents calling for a reduction in the research and development (R&D) component of the compulsory levy.  GPA Research Development and Extension Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said this key message from GPA’s extensive industry consultation process is a significant outcome and a landmark determination given the grains industry has

A national consultation of grain producers has captured a strong opinion from participants who want a reduction in the research and development component of their levies. This consultation, led by Grain Producers Australia in response to increasing reserves in the R&D levy component, was run by independent company Australian Regional Insights during September and October. Grain Central highlighted that the results of the survey would be presented to the Federal Agriculture an

Jim Moran has been the Grains Biosecurity Officer (GBO) for Victoria since 2009.  Managed by   Plant Health Australia  (PHA), the national Grains Farm Biosecurity Program   (GFBP) was launched in 2007. It is funded by grain growers through Grain Producers Australia  (GPA), together with the New South Wales, Queensland, South Australian, Victorian and Western Australian governments.  Below, Jim answers a few questions about himself and his role.    How did you become involved

Grain Producers Australia (GPA) welcomes the announcement of Victoria Anderson as the new Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF). GPA Chair Barry Large said Ms Anderson was well-placed to take on the role considering her extensive background in Australian Public Service, having started as a graduate in agriculture, up to her most recent role as Deputy Secretary of the Small Business, Corporate and Law Group at the Department of the Treasury.

An announcement from the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) to delay a final decision on its review of the paraquat and diquat regulations has been acknowledged as important to make an evidence-based decision by peak agriculture body Grain Producers Australia (GPA) GPA Research Development and Extension Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said while the extended timeline was frustrating and had drawn out the review process significantly, the APMVA was

The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority has delayed its final decision on the use of paraquat and diquat in Australia to consider research coming out of the US EPA. With the final decision expected in December 2025, the delay into 2026 is frustrating but understandable according to peak grains representative body Grain Producers Australia. Grain Producers Australia research and development spokesperson Andrew Weidemann spoke to The Land and said it was cr

Grain Producers Australia has launched its 2025 automation survey seeking feedback from farm owners and managers. Farming Ahead reported on the survey and initiative now seeking current use practices and attitudes towards the use of automated technology in their operations. The survey is available online now until midnight November 28.

Significant decreases in registration application for pesticide and veterinary medicines in Australia has raised concerns of agricultural and chemical industry bodies alike. The Weekly Times reported that applications by chemical companies had almost halved over the past three years and there were concerns this could affect Australian agriculture's competitiveness if chemical access was restricted. It outlined that the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority

Australian grain growers are being asked to help steer the future of on-farm automation, with Grain Producers Australia (GPA) launching its 2025 Autonomous Farm Machinery Survey to capture how producers are using, testing, and planning for autonomous equipment in the paddock.  The national survey aims to ensure farmers own and lead the discussion on automation and robotics, shaping the policies, safety frameworks and investment priorities that will determine how these tools

As growers are advised to conduct good hygiene practices this harvest to avoid a potential mouse population boom in 2026, the question of effective bait access is in the headlines. ABC QLD Country Hour speaks to Grain Producers Australia Research Development and Extension Spokesman Andrew Weidemann about the current bait options available and the work GPA is doing to inform regulatory decisions about bait access. "We've been acutely aware through our colleagues in Queensland

Signs are pointing to an impending mouse population boom and growers are being encouraged to practice good harvest hygiene and watch out for signs of mice. This advice has come from the CSIRO following recent trapping results revealing high numbers of pregnant females in key cropping zones across Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia. ABC Online reported that CSIRO research officer Steve Henry has concerns for next autumn's planting period if favourable conditions con

The Western Australian (WA) grains industry has lost one of its most dedicated and influential advocates with the passing of Jeff Russell. As the WA Grains Biosecurity Officer (GBO) from 2010 to 2025, Jeff’s career was marked by technical excellence, practical engagement and a deep commitment to the resilience of WA’s grains sector. Jeff understood that biosecurity is not just a technical discipline but a shared responsibility. This mindset guided his work with growers, advis

In September 2010, GPA was born. That's the date when GPA officially replaced the former national representative body for Australian grain producers - the Grains Council of Australia. This is the point in time where GPA officially started serving representative responsibilities for every grain producer in Australia, under this new title. That's a fundamental reason why grower representation is in GPA's DNA. But there's many more good reasons why that's so and there's also ple

The $26 billion Australian grains industry’s strength – from paddock to plates and beyond – was on display for Federal Representatives, at a special event held at Parliament House in Canberra.     The Australian Grains Industry Showcase was co-hosted by the Parliamentary Friends of Primary Producers and Grain Producers Australia (GPA). Held for the third time, it provided unique opportunities connecting elected representatives with grains industry leaders; especially growers.