Tag: Agricultural Prices
Working group to consider rural industry costs
The Western Australian Farmers Federation is hoping to establish a working group to look at the crippling production costs facing producers.[MORE]
Agriculture outlook to remain stable: Bureau
The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ABARE) says Western Australia's agriculture outlook is expected to remain fairly unchanged into the future.[MORE]
Emerald hosts Ag-Grow Field Days
Rural producers from across Queensland have converged on the Central Highlands for the annual Ag-Grow Field Days.[MORE]
Beef industry demands price discrepancy inquiry
The beef industry has demanded a royal commission after cattle prices reached record levels on international markets but fell in Australia.[MORE]
Spud growers unhappy with price offer
Potato growers in Tasmania who supply vegetable processor Simplot have called on the company to re-negotiate a contract offer.[MORE]
Farmers suffer under strong dollar: Canegrowers
Rural lobby group Canegrowers says most farmers will be operating at a loss because of the recent strong performance of the Australian dollar.[MORE]
WA cheese shortage sparks big price increase
One of the state's largest dairy manufacturers says Australia is experiencing a dramatic cheese shortage.[MORE]
ABARE forecasts high grain prices in '09
The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ABARE) is forecasting high grain prices well into next year, despite a predicted boost in worldwide production.[MORE]
Dollar rise to hurt producers
Commodities traders have warned that wool and beef producers will be hardest hit by the recent rise in the Australian dollar.[MORE]
Forrest rejects scrapping of single desk
The federal Member for Mallee is slamming proposed new laws governing the export of Australian wheat.[MORE]
Wheat growers urged to cash in on high grain prices
Wheat growers are being encouraged to pre-sell up to one third of their crop while grain prices are still high.[MORE]
UNICEF warns high food prices forcing kids into work
UNICEF has warned the increase in food prices is leading to not only to empty stomachs but also empty classrooms in poor countries, as parents send their children to work rather than school.[MORE]
WA farm costs rise as fuel and fertiliser prices soar
A farm management consultant has warned the cost of this year's cropping program has risen about 15 per cent because of escalating fuel and fertiliser prices.[MORE]
Citrus growers move towards wine grapes
Citrus growers are making the switch to wine grapes to share a stake in the lucrative market but they are being warned to think twice before planting new vines.[MORE]
Govt likely to approve pineapple levy: Growcom
Horticulture lobby group Growcom says it is confident the Federal Government will approve a levy for the pineapple industry.[MORE]
Spiralling grain prices expected to ease
Commodities traders have warned spiralling grain prices are expected to ease once the northern harvest begins in July.[MORE]
Exchange rate keeping cattle prices low: Agforce
The rural lobby group Agforce says recent flooding around Queensland is unlikely to force up the price of meat. [MORE]
Spring wheat price soars amid global shortage
The price of high-quality wheat has shot up in some countries and recorded its biggest increase in a single day.[MORE]
Potato growers warn of food shortages unless pay improves
The Potato Growers Association has warned there will be massive food shortages unless farmers get a bigger chunk of the percentage pie.[MORE]
Farm group backs fertiliser price probe
The Western Australian Farmers Federation has welcomed the Federal Government's decision to investigate a sharp increase in the price of fertiliser.[MORE]
Survey shows rise in Hunter agribusiness confidence
A new survey showing a boost in confidence among New South Wales Hunter region farmers could signal an end to the rising price of local produce.[MORE]
Demand for soft commodities drives agricultural mini-boom
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Soft commodities like wheat, barley and cotton are at their highest levels in more than 20 years.[MORE]
Farm group says drought easing won't cut meat prices
The president of the New South Wales Farmers Association, Jock Laurie, has dismissed suggestions that the easing of drought across the state will lead to a drop in meat prices.[MORE]
Demand for agricultural commodities leading to inflation: experts
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Economists warn that increasing prices for agricultural commodities will add to inflation.[MORE]
Poultry price hike 'inevitable'
The Australian Poultry Cooperative Research Centre (CRC), based at the University of New England, says rising feed prices will lead to cost increases for consumers.[MORE]
