Queensland growers are experiencing fuel shortages that are posing a threat to their harvests.

2026-03-30 00:00

Horticulture growers in Queensland have been facing increasing input costs for years. Currently, the situation is being exacerbated by skyrocketing fuel prices and critical input shortages, putting additional pressure on farms. This is pushing them to the brink, jeopardizing jobs and the long-term availability of fresh fruits and vegetables in the state.

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