by Freshagenda | Oct 23, 2025 | Australia, Prices
Input costs were lower in September, according to Dairy Australia’s Purchased Input Price Index, with hay and wheat prices continuing to weaken. With Spring commencing, fodder prices eased with buyers holding of on purchasing in anticipation of new-season feed...
by Freshagenda | Oct 17, 2025 | Australia, Prices
After reaching record highs in July, hay prices continue to fall as the market resets after a dry winter and late break in many regions. Victoria had its warmest January to September on record, accelerating crop development but stretching limited moisture reserves....
by Freshagenda | Oct 16, 2025 | Australia, Prices
Temporary water prices in Northern Victoria and the Murray Irrigation system eased from August to September, but still remain elevated compared to a year-ago. In Northern Victoria, water trade rose 131% YOY, while volume trade in the Murray system was down 43% YOY,...
by Freshagenda | Sep 25, 2025 | Australia, Prices
The monthly consumer price index rose 3% in the 12 months to August 2025 in the latest update from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The indicator rose from 2.8% in the 12 months to July—the highest annual inflation rate since July 2024 driven by housing...
by Freshagenda | Sep 11, 2025 | Australia, Prices
Dairy Australia’s Production Input Monitor shows water and fertiliser prices remain elevated, while feed costs are easing. Despite recent rainfall in July, August was dry across Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia. Water storages filled but remain well below 2024...
by Freshagenda | Sep 4, 2025 | Australia, Prices
The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ABARES) expects average farmgate milk price to lift 8% YOY in 2025/26. The higher farmgate values are forecast to raise the value of milk production to $5.8bn for the season, up 7% on the season prior as...
