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flag Australia’s diesel supply is below emergency levels, raising concerns over farm operations and food security despite stable prices and global imports.

flag Australia’s diesel reserves are at a 26-day supply, well below the 90-day international emergency standard, with fuel stocks failing to meet treaty requirements for nearly 13 years. flag Farmers warn a shortage could disrupt harvests, transport, and food security, as the country now imports 90% of its fuel due to a drop in refineries from seven to two. flag Despite stable prices around $1.85 per litre and uninterrupted deliveries from over 30 nations, expanding storage to meet treaty goals could raise costs by six to eight cents per litre. flag While some say current supply risks are no greater than two decades ago due to diversified imports, agricultural groups urge stronger national fuel policies to protect rural areas and prevent price spikes during critical farming periods.

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