Australia has pledged to reduce its emissions by 62 – 70% in 2035 compared to 2005 levels. This target range was recommended by the Climate Change Authority in its advice to the Government, which also stated its belief that achieving even the lower end of the target range ‘won’t be easy’. Released in September 2025, the

The Australian government has released it’s Net Zero Plan, guiding Australia’s transition to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The Net Zero Plan identifies how Australia can achieve a fair and orderly transition to net zero that builds on our strengths, and ensures all Australians benefit. Australia has pledged to reduce its emissions by

The Australian Government is stepping up its support for farming resilience and sustainability with renewed investment under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program (CSAP). Launched through the Natural Heritage Trust, the CSAP is positioned to help Australia’s agriculture sector boost productivity, manage climate risks, and reduce emissions. In September 2025, Round 2 of capacity building grants was

The dairy industry within the Murray‑Darling Basin has taken a decisive step towards its future with the release of its Murray-Darling Basin Dairy Industry Strategic Plan. Led by the industry steering committee, the plan has been developed in recognition of the Basin’s pivotal role in Australian dairy production. It sets out a comprehensive blueprint to

Mark your calendars! National Agriculture Day returns 21 November 2025! It’s Australia’s biggest celebration of the people, places, and innovations that keep us fed and clothed. From backyard BBQs and school events, to social posts, competition entries, and Ag Day merch purchases, every celebration and participation helps shine a spotlight on Aussie agriculture – and

Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) has unveiled its Strategic Plan 2025–2028, setting a clear direction for how the organisation will invest in research, development, marketing, and sustainability to support the long-term profitability and resilience of Australia’s wool industry. The plan sets out AWI’s core purpose – to enhance the profitability, competitiveness and sustainability of the Australian

Wine Australia has released a five-year Strategic Plan outlining how it will support Australian grapegrowers, winemakers and exporters in navigating current pressures while building a more resilient, profitable and sustainable future. Shaped in direct response to the industry’s most pressing priorities identified in the One Grape & Wine Sector Plan, it addresses supply and demand imbalance,

A $39 million, 5-year national Low Emissions Intensity Farming Systems (LEIFS) initiative is set to demonstrate the benefits of monitoring, managing and reporting greenhouse gas (GHG) accounts at the farm scale. It will include practical options to manage emissions risks and identify which GHG markets and sustainability credentialing schemes align with their goals. The project

The Sheep Sustainability Framework (SSF) has unveiled its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, outlining a roadmap to strengthen the Australian sheep industry’s leadership in sustainability, transparency, and industry accountability. Since its launch in 2021, the SSF has become a critical tool for measuring and reporting the sustainability performance of Australia’s world-class sheepmeat and wool sectors.  Designed by industry for

What could productive, resilient, and sustainable farming systems look like in Australia by 2050? This is the question the Ag2050 Scenarios Report, spanning land-based farming, forestry, aquaculture and fisheries, aims to answer through exploring the significant trends, risks and opportunities facing Australian agriculture. With growing threats of climate change, net zero mandates, rising geopolitical uncertainty,