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NWSPGC Members once again met with the Department Primary Industry and Regional Development on 25 August 2026 to discuss the looming crisis in NSW and across the country. DPI's Senior Biosecurity Vet and Leader, Pigs and Poultry joined growers via zoom to discuss what the landscape looks like and what government are doing. Members were engaged in the discussion with DPI and are encouraged to hear Government is looking at all the concerns that were raised. The concerns raised

Base Grow Fee Discussions FY2026 August base grow fee discussions have begun. NSWPGC will work collaboratively with the process to ensure a fair grow fee is provided. The National CPI for the past year is 3.8% and the Sydney CPI is 4.0%. The CPI growth was impacted by the March 2026 War overseas. The current discussions are focused on aligning payments with updated cost modelling to support long-term sustainability across the grower network. Members will be provided with fur

The poultry industry in New South Wales is built on the strength of its growers. Behind every successful farm is not just hard work and investment — but a network of people facing similar challenges, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another. In today’s environment, no grower succeeds alone. Rising costs, regulatory pressures, animal welfare expectations, and market uncertainty mean that collaboration and collective support are more important than ever. The future of poul