Warning record exports conceal ‘cost of farming’ crunch

Despite a forecast bumper season across most commodities, many farmers are feeling the pain of eye-watering production costs.

ABARES’ latest report predicts the industry’s gross value will climb above $80 billion.

The National Farmers Federation warns the positive figures hide the cost of farming pressures being faced by landholders.

Rural editor Sophie Clarke caught up with chief executive Tony Mahar to find out more.