A new survey carried out into Australian farming has highlighted the pressures impacting the sector.

The latest National Farmer Wellbeing Report, which was commissioned by dairy co-operative Norco and overseen by the Black Dog Institute, claims 40 percent of the farmers surveyed are looking to leave the industry in the coming years.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds says the findings of this report are 'confronting' - given extent of the challenges and concerns farmers have raised.

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A new survey carried out into Australian farming has highlighted the pressures impacting the sector.
The latest National Farmer Wellbeing Report, which was commissioned by dairy co-operative Norco and overseen by the Black Dog Institute, claims 40 percent of the farmers surveyed are looking to leave the industry in the coming years.
Australian correspondent Murray Olds says the findings of this report are 'confronting' - given extent of the challenges and concerns farmers have raised.
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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on experts raising concerns over long-term food security

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