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COUNTRYMAN | Grains Research and Development Corporation claps back at claims it has $1 billion 'sitting in reserves'
Industry appetite for a grains levy review following news of a large sum of funds were held in Grains Research and Development...
Jun 23, 2025


GRAIN CENTRAL | GPA hosts webinar as heat rises on super tax
A free webinar will help growers and industry gain an understanding and ask questions about the Federal Government's proposed super tax....
Jun 23, 2025


SHEEP CENTRAL | National farmer campaign against the federal super tax calls for support
Industry concern about the Federal Government's proposed super tax is prompting calls for a campaign to oppose the moves and Grain...
Jun 23, 2025


GRAIN CENTRAL | NSW Govt to exit chickpea-breeding partnership
A decision by the NSW Government to end involvement in Chickpea Breeding Australia will require a search for a new partner. The Grains...
Jun 18, 2025


THE WEEKLY TIMES | Grain growers call for levy review as GRDC reserves climb
Grain growers are calling to have levy rates reviewed following news the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) revenue will...
Jun 17, 2025


Grains levy review 'leading the way' on systematic reforms
By Grain Producers Australia Chief Executive Colin Bettles “It’s just the right thing to do. “It’s obvious what the problems are, and...
Jun 16, 2025


FEDERAL GOVERNMENT'S SUPER TAX - GETTING SUPER (BAD) SERIOUS FOR AUSTRALIAN FARMERS
By GPA Chair, Barry Large EVERYONE will have seen the headlines by now, warning about the looming perils and flaws contained in the...
Jun 16, 2025


ABC SA COUNTRY HOUR | Farmer Mates program brings new approach for growers
Grain Producers Australia's Farmer Mates Mental Health Initiative is returning in 2025, with both a national program of events and a new...
Jun 11, 2025


FARM WEEKLY | Grain industry wants a share of conference funding after beef announcement
An event showcasing the grains industry as a whole is a concept being lobbied for by Australia's grains representative group. Farm Weekly...
Jun 10, 2025


THE WEEKLY TIMES | Grains RDC cash reserves to surpass $1bn
Reserves held by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) are expected to surpass $1 billion in the next 12 months, as...
Jun 10, 2025


QUEENSLAND COUNTRY LIFE | GPA launches 2025 mental health initiative plan
A series of Field Day events across the country will be complemented by a podcast series in the 2025 Farmer Mates Mental Health...
Jun 8, 2025


FARM ONLINE | Local paraquat class action potential as legal firm investigates options
A herbicide vital to pulse growers and no-till cropping practices is at the centre of an Australian class action investigation. Legal...
Jun 6, 2025


GRAIN CENTRAL | Investigations under way into potential paraquat class action
Investigations into a class action regarding paraquat and alleged links to Parkinson's disease have been confirmed by an Australian law...
Jun 5, 2025


FUTURE FARMING | Autonomous ag tech on the radar: 61% of Aussie grain growers want to learn more
Australian grain growers are interested in learning more about autonomous farm machinery, but are widely identifying cost and...
Jun 2, 2025


GPA 2025 MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM LAUNCH: CONVERSATIONS THAT COUNT
Grain Producers Australia ‘s Farmer Mates Metal Health Initiative will relaunch with a revitalised program for 2025...
May 30, 2025


Know the biosecurity system, before a crisis hits: Industry Liaison Officer Training – DO IT NOW
By Grain Producers Australia Executive Officer Biosecurity Rachael Oxborrow In April, I took part in Industry Liaison Officer (ILO)...
May 30, 2025


MAY GRAIN GRABS
Welcome to the May 2025 edition of GPA’s monthly newsletter updating everyone on what’s been happening during a very busy time, on and...
May 30, 2025


THE WEEKLY TIMES | ACCC to investigate Elders $475m Delta Ag takeover further
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has mirrored concerns from industry that a proposed $475million takeover of Delta Ag...
May 29, 2025


GRAIN CENTRAL | GPA welcomes ACCC caution on proposed Elders-Delta merger
Recognition of industry concerns that a proposed takeover bid of a key agricultural supply brand would present competition concerns has...
May 29, 2025


FARM WEEKLY| ACCC concerns about Elders' $475m Delta takeover impact in key districts
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is seeking submissions from industry about concerns a proposed $475m Elders takeover...
May 29, 2025
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