Fuel Crisis Paralyzes North Queensland Farmers, Risking Catastrophe
A severe fuel shortage in North Queensland has left farmers unable to operate machinery, threatening crop losses and economic disaster in the region's agricultural sector.
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Mossman Farmers in Limbo as Viable Crop Search Continues
Farmers in Mossman face prolonged uncertainty as efforts to find sustainable crops continue, impacting local agriculture and community livelihoods in Far North Queensland.
Rare Durian Sells for $200 at Innisfail Festival Auction
A rare durian variety fetched $200 at a festival auction in Innisfail, drawing fruit enthusiasts to the Cassowary Coast event. The sale highlights the growing interest in exotic fruits in Australia.
Geelong Festival Offers Fix for Food Supply Crisis
The Grounded Farming Better Festival in Geelong addresses the food supply crisis by promoting sustainable agriculture, local production, and community resilience.
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Medowie Farm Thrives Despite Hot Easter Friday
A small farm in Medowie, known as the Little Tin Shed, successfully operated during a scorching Easter Friday, showcasing resilience and community support in challenging weather.
Fuel Crisis Could Spike Grocery Prices by 20%
Australian farmers warn the ongoing fuel crisis could push grocery prices up by 20%, with major impacts expected around Anzac Day if unresolved. Transportation costs are forcing suppliers to add levies.
Farmers Question Fertiliser Supply Cuts and Rising Costs
Australian farmers are expressing outrage as fertiliser supply cuts for the upcoming season and escalating costs threaten agricultural productivity and profitability.
Bowen Farm's Organic Flower Ambition Meets Demand
A Bowen farm is expanding its organic flower production to meet rising local demand, focusing on sustainable practices and community support in Townsville.
Teen Faces Court Over Fuel Theft and Dangerous Police Chase
A 19-year-old man will spend the long weekend in custody after allegedly stealing diesel and leading police on a high-speed chase north of Adelaide, with the stolen fuel now contaminated and unusable.
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Sugar Industry Crisis: Iran War Pushes Diesel Costs Higher
The North Queensland sugar industry is under severe threat as escalating conflict in Iran drives diesel prices to record highs, impacting farming operations and local economies.
Bega Group Plans Major Cold Storage Facility in Edmonton
Bega Group has lodged development plans for a significant new cold storage facility in Edmonton, aiming to boost local food processing and storage capacity.
Fuel Excise Cut Offers Little Relief for Hunter Farmers
Hunter Valley farmers face ongoing financial strain as the temporary fuel excise cut provides minimal relief against soaring $6000 fuel bills, highlighting broader agricultural challenges.
Fuel Crisis Threatens Mass Cattle Cull in Townsville
A severe fuel shortage in Townsville is pushing the food supply chain to the brink, with fears of a mass cattle cull looming as transport grinds to a halt.
Queensland Fruit Fly Found in South Perth and Como, Eradication Efforts Begin
The Queensland fruit fly, a damaging pest, has been detected in South Perth and Como, prompting a biosecurity response. Residents are urged to dispose of fruit properly and report sightings to prevent spread.
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Queensland Mourns Grandfather and Grandson in ATV Tragedy
A Queensland farming community is grieving after Ian Burnett, 70, and his seven-year-old grandson died when their ATV rolled into a dam on their Wyuna property.
Avocado Farmers Crushed by Soaring Costs and Council Rates
Tablelands avocado growers are pleading for fairness as skyrocketing production costs and steep council rates threaten to collapse the local industry, with many farms facing financial ruin.
WA Seafood Crisis: Easter Imports and Soaring Prices Hit
Western Australia faces a seafood crisis as a demersal fishing ban and Cyclone Narelle disrupt local supply, leading to Easter imports and skyrocketing prices for consumers.
WA Farmers: Fuel Crisis Threatens Harvest, May Spike Food Prices
Western Australian farmers are raising alarms over a fuel crisis that could disrupt harvests and drive up food prices, impacting the agricultural sector and consumers nationwide.
Golden Highway Gets $50M After RDA Warning
The Golden Highway in New South Wales has secured a $50 million commitment for upgrades after a Regional Development Australia taskforce highlighted safety and economic concerns.
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New Bridge to End Cape York's Wet Season Isolation
Plans for a new bridge over the McLeod River aim to end Cape York's wet season isolation, improving transport and boosting the local economy in Far North Queensland.
Oak Flats High School Chickens Pampered for Easter Show
Students at Oak Flats High School are giving their chickens extra attention and care in preparation for the upcoming Easter Show, showcasing their agricultural skills and dedication.
Tomato Prices to Rise as Fuel Costs Hit SA Food Bowl (26.03.2026)
South Australian families face higher fruit and vegetable costs as fuel price spikes, driven by Middle East conflict, impact the state's agricultural sector, warns Primary Producers SA.
KI Abalone Farm Closes Amid $10M Algal Bloom Fallout
A major shellfish company has closed its Kangaroo Island abalone farm, resulting in job losses and impacting the squid industry, as South Australia's seafood sector struggles with harmful algal blooms.
Turosi Foods Applies to Expand Anakie Breeder Farm
Turosi Foods Pty Ltd has lodged a planning application to significantly expand its Anakie breeder farm, aiming to boost production capacity and meet growing demand in the poultry industry.
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KI Aquaculture Farm Closes Amid $10m Algal Bloom Fallout
A major shellfish company has closed its Kangaroo Island abalone farm, resulting in job losses and a devastating blow to the squid industry, as South Australia's seafood sector struggles with the aftermath of a harmful algal bloom.
Cattle Brothers' Last-Ditch Fight in $37M Bankruptcy
Two brothers from a prominent cattle empire are making a final legal attempt to challenge their $37 million bankruptcy, as creditors push for asset liquidation.
Cattle Brothers' Last-Ditch Salvo in $37M Bankruptcy Fight
Brothers from a prominent cattle empire are making a final attempt to challenge their $37 million bankruptcy, with a court hearing set for next month.
Tomato Prices to Rise as Fuel Costs Hit SA Food Bowl
South Australian families face higher fruit and vegetable costs as Middle East conflict drives up fuel prices, impacting farmers in the state's key food-producing regions.
Snap Grocery Supply Chain Probe Amid Fuel Crisis
The Australian government has initiated an urgent assessment of grocery supply chains, investigating how the Middle East war is impacting food production and transportation, with concerns over rising fuel prices and potential food cost increases.
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Half of City Gen Z Eye Regional Move for Better Pay
A new report reveals 49% of metropolitan Gen Z residents are considering moving to regional Australia, driven by salary boosts, affordable housing, and nature.
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