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

The objectives of GPA are to establish a strong independent national advocate for grain producers based on a rigorous and transparent policy development process; engage all sectors of the Australian grains industry to ensure operation of the most efficient and profitable grain supply chain; and facilitate a strategic approach to Research, Development and Extension (RDE) intended to deliver sound commercial outcomes from industry research. The terms of three current directors

Three Western Australian agroecological zones (AEZ) are no longer eligible for access to ZP50 under the current emergency permit after a decline in mouse activity levels identified through the national mouse monitoring network. The latest monitoring results have also seen one South Australian AEZ move from a high to moderate mouse activity, which still allows for ZP50 purchase and use in this area. Grain Producers Australia (GPA) is reminding growers that eligibility to

Grain Producers Australia acknowledges community discussion regarding paraquat and concerns that have been raised about potential links between paraquat exposure and Parkinson’s disease. The health and safety of grain producers, agricultural workers and regional communities is critically important to the Australian grains industry. Grain Producers Australia supports decisions on agricultural chemical use being based on rigorous scientific assessment and Australia's establishe