Uncertainty around fertiliser availability and pricing remains a key concern for grain growers, with a clearer picture expected to emerge by the end of March as global market conditions continue to shift. The situation is being closely watched following volatility linked to international supply chains and geopolitical tensions, which have already put pressure on input costs heading into the growing season. Grain Producers Australia spokesperson Andrew Weidemann told Grain Cen

A lack of domestic production of both fuel and fertiliser has Australia’s grain producers and wider agricultural industry again at the mercy of global conflict and price rises. Domestic production of these critical inputs is not a new issue raised by Grain Producers Australia (GPA) and its State Farming Organisation (SFO) members, however, inaction now has producers paying the price. These discussions have been a key focal point of GPA’s Policy Council, comprised of elected

Rising fuel prices and supply shortages linked to Middle East conflict are placing fresh pressure on Australian agriculture, with concerns costs could force difficult decisions across farming operations. The Australian spoke to agribusiness leaders who warn higher diesel prices and transport levies are already impacting viability, particularly for producers operating on tight margins and heading into key production periods. Grain Producers Australia Chair Barry Large said the

A new trade agreement between Indonesia and the United States is raising concerns about the future of Australia’s largest wheat export market, with around 2 million tonnes of demand set to be preferentially sourced from the US. Indonesia typically imports 10–11 million tonnes of wheat annually, with Australia supplying a significant share, meaning the deal effectively removes part of the market from normal commercial competition. Grain Producers Australia Chair Barry Large to

Australian grain growers are raising concerns about a new trade deal between Indonesia and the United States that will see 2 million tonnes of US wheat preferentially supplied into one of Australia’s key export markets. Indonesia is one of Australia’s most important wheat customers, and the move has prompted concern about what it signals for future market access across the region. Stock Journal spoke to Grain Producers Australia Chair Barry Large, who said the broader implica

Grain Producers Australia (GPA) has warned that a new wheat purchasing arrangement between Indonesia and the United States could be the first sign of governments redirecting grain trade through political deals, potentially squeezing Australian producers out of key export markets. GPA believes this evolving issue, which has come about to manage trade relations, is a growing risk to Australian grain producers if agricultural markets become increasingly shaped by geopolitical t

Plans by Syngenta to phase out paraquat production in some international markets are not expected to impact supply for Australian growers, despite ongoing scrutiny of the chemical. Farm Weekly reported that the company has confirmed it will cease manufacturing at its UK facility and phase out products in the US, citing commercial factors, but says supply into Australia and New Zealand will continue. Paraquat remains a critical tool in Australian cropping systems, particularly

Fuel price spikes linked to conflict in the Middle East are beginning to flow through to Australian supply chains, with queues forming at service stations and warnings prices could rise by up to 40 cents per litre. The volatility comes as global oil markets react to uncertainty around supply routes, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, prompting concerns about cost impacts across agriculture. Grain Producers Australia has warned the timing is particularly challenging fo

Stock Journal has reported that Grain Producers Australia has reaffirmed its national advocacy role following decisions by Grain Producers SA and NSW Farmers to withdraw their memberships. In a statement, GPA said its mandate to represent grain growers across national policy and industry frameworks remains unchanged. “Grain Producers Australia has recognised representative functions within national policy frameworks that provide for a clear and consistent grower voice,” the s

Conflict in the Middle East is promoting a surcharge on container transport that is set to apply outside of the current situation settings. This is in addition to potential interruptions to fuel, oil and fertiliser supplies with the current closure of the Strait of Hormuz major trade route. The Australian reported that this surcharge was likely to impact end consumers, with major trade representatives estimating this could add around $4,000 US per refrigerated container of Au

NSW Farmers has confirmed it will leave Grain Producers Australia from April 1, joining Grain Producers South Australia in stepping away from the national body. The Land reported that NSW Farmers said the decision followed “repeated attempts” to resolve issues, including concerns around the GPA grains levy review and an independent governance review. “Responsible investment of member funds for peak industry body memberships is a priority… [and] the difficult decision to resig