STOCK & LAND | How the conflict in the Middle East is set to impact Victorian farmers
- Mar 4
- 1 min read
Escalating tensions in the Middle East are driving fresh concern across agriculture, with rising fuel prices and supply risks expected to flow through to farm operations, freight and input costs.
Stock & Land reported that industry groups say Australia’s reliance on imported fuel is exposing producers to global shocks, particularly at critical times like sowing and harvest.
Grain Producers Australia has previously raised concerns about fuel insecurity, with spokesperson Andrew Weidemann warning the issue is long-standing.
“We’re at a vulnerable stage,” he said.
“We have two refineries in Australia that are ageing and need investment.”
Mr Weidemann said disruptions to fuel supply or price spikes at key points in the production cycle would have direct consequences for growers.
A tightening fuel market is expected to lift freight costs and input prices, with those increases ultimately flowing through the supply chain.
As global instability continues, the situation is reinforcing calls for stronger domestic fuel capacity and supply resilience to support Australian agriculture.
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