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Australia considers listing buffel grass a national weed, sparking industry pushback over potential farming impacts.
The Australian government is assessing whether to list buffel grass as a Weed of National Significance, a move drawing opposition from the cattle industry and Nationals leader David Littleproud, who warn it could disrupt vital pasture supplies and trigger costly management rules.
While the grass, introduced in the 1870s, is valued for supporting livestock in arid regions and reducing erosion, environmental groups cite its invasive spread in protected areas as a threat to native ecosystems.
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry says the review focuses on environmental impacts, not agricultural use, and plans will not affect farming.
A final decision is expected by year-end, with industry leaders calling for reforms to protect the grass as a strategic asset.
Australia considera que la inclusión del pasto buffel es una maleza nacional, lo que provoca el rechazo de la industria por los posibles impactos agrícolas.