50-year low rainfall in Western Australia's southwest leads to record-breaking drought, depleted grain and fodder supplies, and 75% livestock price drop, threatening farmers' survival.
Record-breaking drought, high feed costs, and a weak livestock export industry threaten the survival of many Western Australian farmers, with parts of the state's southwest experiencing their lowest rainfall in 50 years. Critical grain and fodder supplies are depleted, putting immense pressure on farmers who are forced to de-stock their properties due to soaring feed costs. Livestock prices have fallen by up to 75% in the face of these challenges.
April 27, 2024
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