Media releases

Agriculture Minister David Littleproud said that thousands of Australian citrus and apple businesses as well as our food manufacturing sector will be disappointed that the Food Ministers Forum has today voted to classify pure Australian fruit and vegie ju

Australia’s Minister for Agriculture has today expressed the Australian Government’s extreme disappointment in the decision of Chinese authorities to impose preliminary tariffs of between 107.1% to 212.1% on Australian wine.

Following a competitive process, 12 Natural Resource Management Regional Bodies are set to be awarded a share of $5 million funding for projects under the NRM Drought Resilience Program – Landscapes.

Ground-breaking Australian Government-funded workshops are helping organic-certified producers in South Australia combat the wild dog scourge while maintaining access to premium organic markets.

The Australian Government is encouraging applications from farming groups, research organisations and other eligible industry bodies for grants to support projects that enhance traceability in the agricultural produce supply chain.

The APVMA has issued two additional permits for the use of certain pesticides to combat fall armyworm in sweetcorn, safflower and sunflower.

An Australian Government grant is supporting a cohort of 100 WA small livestock producers diversify into the lucrative frozen and chilled meat export market.

A $41,617 grant will help horticulture growers get the most out of their exports and boost their business skills by providing access to a tailored exporter training program.

A $200,000 Australian Government investment is driving export opportunities for farmers in Victoria’s Gippsland region by helping them target new supply chains and marketing channels.

National Agriculture Day is a chance for all Australians to celebrate our farmers and thank them for ensuring safe, fresh, and reliable supplies of food.