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flag Australian farm fatalities doubled in 2024, reaching 74—highest in 20 years—with 46 deaths in first 11 months of 2025.

flag Farm safety in Australia has sharply declined, with on-farm fatalities reaching 74 in 2024—more than double the prior year and the highest in two decades—and 46 deaths reported in the first 11 months of 2025. flag Serious injuries rose to 171 in 2025 from 133 in 2024, despite agriculture employing fewer workers. flag The sector’s fatality rate is nearly seven times the national average. flag Workers’ compensation premiums are three to five times higher than in mining, with rates ranging from 3.46% to 6.69% depending on the farm type. flag Insurance payouts for farm-related deaths and injuries averaged $355 million annually, including $112 million for fatalities and $190 million for injuries. flag State penalties for safety violations can reach millions. flag Risks are driven by larger, dispersed farms, seasonal labor, increased use of heavy machinery, and a growing reliance on less experienced backpacker workers. flag Common causes include tractor and quad bike accidents, falls, and animal-related incidents. flag While some safety improvements have reduced certain injuries, overall risks and costs remain high.

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