GrainGrowers has welcomed the Federal Government's announced $1.1 billion investment for low-carbon liquid fuels, describing it as a golden opportunity for growers and regional communities.
GrainGrowers CEO Shona Gawel said the ten-year Cleaner Fuels Program represent the development of an important new market for Australian grain, creating additional demand, diversifying income streams, and strengthening the long-term resilience of the industry.
"Across the industry, we have the skills and experience in world-leading grain and oilseed production practices to deliver a reliable and scalable lower-carbon feedstock with established supply chains."
"Our recent report, Reaping the Benefits: How Australian Grain and Oilseeds Can Support Australia's Low-Carbon Fuel Security, highlights the significant role for grain-based low-carbon liquid fuels."
Ms Gawel said that by harnessing the nation's abundant feedstock resources, this initiative will support a range of positive national outcomes.
"This investment not only has the potential to assist our national decarbonisation efforts, but it will also bolster Australia's fuel security and generate new opportunities in regional communities through advanced manufacturing and market diversification.
"Right now, thousands of canola paddocks are in full flower across Australia, a striking reminder of the scale of opportunity for agriculture to underpin the nation's low-carbon fuel future."
"This funding is about more than just fuels – it's about building resilient, thriving regions."
"As an industry, we look forward to working with the government to maximise the benefits of this investment and deliver real outcomes for grain growers and our regional communities," she said.
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