ABARES Outlook 2026 - Session 9 - Debate - Guarding our patch or growing without borders?

This robust debate brings together industry leaders and policymakers to share frank perspectives on competition, trade and how best to secure a sustainable and prosperous future for Australian agriculture in a globalised economy. Facilitator James Fell – Program Lead, Trade and Global Change, ABARES Guests Brett Hosking – President, Victorian Farmers Federation Margo Andrae – CEO, Australian Pork Limited Dr Pru Gordon – Executive Director, Australian Centre for Trade and Investment Patricia Holmes – First Assistant Secretary, Trade and Law Division, DFAT