Australian farmer warns of food shortages as government invests $3.5 million
Australian farmer Xavier Martin warned of potential food shortages due to reliance on imported fuel and fertiliser. With 35 percent of farmers considering changes to their crops and a predicted 5 percent decline in agricultural production, Martin stressed the need for a national food security strategy. The federal government is investing $3.5 million to address these challenges.
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Published 11 Jul 2026, 07:54 UTC · Updated 11 Jul 2026, 08:00 UTC
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