Tuesday 4 March 2025
- Federal Government announces a national food security strategy, pledging $3.5 million in funding
- Government calls out climate change as a key risk to food security
- The strategy will be independently overseen by a National Food Council
Farmers for Climate Action (FCA), representing more than 8,400 farmer members, welcomes the Federal Government’s announcement to develop a national food security strategy, Feeding Australia.
FCA applauds the Government for calling out climate change as a key factor affecting Australian farming and food security.
FCA is encouraged by the establishment of an independent National Food Council comprised of experts from industry and the community, to ensure the $3.5 million strategy is non-partisan.
FCA CEO Natalie Collard said the plan to work with farmers and industry experts, while addressing the growing impact of droughts, fires, and floods worsened by climate change, is to be applauded.
“Food security is national security,” Ms Collard said.
“Farmers grow our food and farmers need a stable climate. A strategy that incorporates practical, science-backed solutions—including support for regenerative and climate-smart agriculture—is a great start.”
“A focus on greater food supply, stronger food security, and sustainable agriculture will help safeguard farmers’ livelihoods and provide greater certainty for consumers,” Ms Collard said.
FCA also welcomes the Government’s commitment to exploring the potential of a biofuels feedstock industry as Australia reduces its emissions and continues exporting its clean, green produce.
FCA looks forward to working alongside farmers, industry leaders, and policymakers to ensure the strategy delivers practical, long-term benefits for rural and regional communities.
"Recognising the reality that climate change affects food security is a vital step towards a strong and secure food supply.”
Media contact:
Celia Murray
0488 770 284
