Tasmanian MP Julie Collins has been named the new Federal Agriculture Minister in a cabinet reshuffle announced this week.

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Regional communities are bracing themselves for the worst as the Federal Government opens its cheque book for Murray-Darling Basin...
Live sheep exports by sea will be banned from 2028, raising the ire of angry farmers who say their livelihoods will be ruined.
A contentious ban on live sheep exports is set for a Senate showdown after laws ending the practice passed the lower house.
Regional communities are bracing themselves for the worst as the Federal Government opens its cheque book for Murray-Darling Basin buybacks today.
Live sheep exports by sea will be banned from 2028, raising the ire of angry farmers who say their livelihoods will be ruined.
A contentious ban on live sheep exports is set for a Senate showdown after laws ending the practice passed the lower house.
The Australian Parliament’s Agriculture Committee has given its stamp of approval for legislation to end live sheep export by sea.
Fiona Simson has been elected as the World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO) Vice President, and is believed to be the first Australian representative to be elected at this level.
Cattle Australia has launched an information paper outlining the proposed application of the Land Management Commitment - particularly deforestation-free credentials, and is calling for feedback from across the industry.
Prime Minister Albanese faces backlash for his insensitive remarks on the sheep industry, drawing criticism for dismissing public support and lacking empathy for farmers in Western Australia.
New Zealand has ended a plan to put a price on agricultural emissions including methane produced by burping sheep and cattle, relenting to farmer pressure that it would make their business unprofitable.
New MLA Managing Director Michael Crowley says there's plenty to be enthusiastic about for Australia’s beef cattle, sheep and goat sectors.

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