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Federal water buybacks in the Murray-Darling Basin spark farmer backlash over threats to milk production, jobs, and food security.
Federal Water Minister Murray Watt’s plan to increase water buybacks in the Murray-Darling Basin by 130 gigalitres has sparked backlash from dairy farmers, who warn it threatens milk production, regional jobs, and food security.
The basin, a major dairy hub producing 1.53 billion litres annually, faces potential output drops of up to 270 million litres per year and processor losses of $545 million, with water prices possibly rising 17% to 40% in dry years.
Farmers argue they’ve already made significant water sacrifices and investments in efficiency, calling the move poorly timed amid a national food security inquiry and ongoing Basin Plan 2.0 discussions.
Critics say the government’s decision undermines regional resilience and community trust without waiting for the revised plan’s outcomes.
Las recompras federales de agua en la cuenca Murray-Darling provocan una reacción de los agricultores sobre las amenazas a la producción de leche, los empleos y la seguridad alimentaria.