Australia’s food market is embracing the new normal

Join Vitor Pistóia and Paul Joules as they discuss the USDA's new report on US planting expectations, highlighting significant drops in cotton, wheat, and soybean area, and the impact of geopolitics and weather on global agricultural markets at the start of 2025.   RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

In this podcast Michael Harvey and Pia Piggott discuss how a chaotic period of disruption has transformed the Australian food market. They also get into some the considerations for suppliers in this new normal.   RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

South and Southeast Asian demand for grains and oilseeds is growing, and Australia is well placed as a key exporter. The rising demand is on the back of population growth, growing GDP per capita, and geographical proximity. Nonetheless, new trade dynamics and local agricultural policies create some challenges that need to be addressed.    RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.  

Jan Lambregts, Head of RaboResearch Global Economics & Markets, and Stefan Vogel, General Manager – RaboResearch Australia & New Zealand, discuss the changing geopolitical landscape, how US tariffs are a tool used way beyond just balancing trade, and how this might impact Australia’s and New Zealand’s food and agricultural sectors.   RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

Michael Harvey is joined by Emma Higgins to unpack her report comparing milk production costs in key regions. Costs have lifted across the board for most key producing regions. China has become more cost-competitive, while Oceania has the lowest costs. The next decade will see more expensive and variable operating costs, making cost control crucial for dairy producers to survive future challenges.     RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

As we step into the New Zealand autumn with a promising outlook in farmgate pricing, Jen Corkran and Emma Higgins discuss the first agribusiness monthly report of 2025 titled Harvesting autumn opportunities. Hear some valuable insights and opportunities, along with key points to keep an eye on this season.   RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

Michael Harvey is joined by Senior Dairy Analyst Lucas Fuess from the US to unpack his report looking at the wave of cheese production capacity coming down the pipeline in the US. The team discuss the who, where, and why driving this investment, and look at what it might mean for Australian and New Zealand dairy sectors. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

Join Senior Macro Strategist Ben Picton and Commodities and Farm Inputs Analyst Paul Joules as they discuss the major factors influencing both domestic and international cotton prices.   RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

Fresh Produce Analyst Pia Piggott joins Senior Fresh Produce Specialist Lambert van Horen to discuss the latest trends in the global greenhouse industry.       RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

Waves of US import tariff threats are felt on the shores of many countries that export food and agricultural commodities, as the implications and products impacted could be far reaching. Senior Animal Protein Analyst Jen Corkran and RaboResearch General Manager – Australia & New Zealand Stefan Vogel discuss global and local threats and opportunities for the food and agriculture sector.   RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.