The Ag2050 Scenarios Report is out now

The Ag2050 Scenarios Report examines the question ‘what does a productive, resilient and sustainable farm look like in Australia in 2050?’

This is the question the Ag2050 Scenarios Report, spanning land-based farming, forestry, aquaculture and fisheries, aims to answer through exploring the significant trends, risks and opportunities facing Australian agriculture.

With growing threats of climate change, net zero mandates, rising geopolitical uncertainty, an ageing workforce, and changing consumer preferences and market access, Australian agriculture faces significant long-term threats to farm productivity, resilience and sustainability.

To meet the challenges and fulfil the sustainability, productivity, and profitability needs of 2050, Australia will need to accelerate the transformation of its current farming systems.

Delivered through consultation and co-design with over 100 industry stakeholders, this report presents four evidence-based, plausible scenarios for what Australian farming systems could look like in 2050.

The report aims to motivate discussions between industry, researchers and policymakers, fostering strategic coordination within the Australian agriculture innovation system, to productively address cross-sectoral challenges and opportunities.

Read more and download the report.