New figures warn farm input costs are expected to rise higher than inflation in 2026. 

The annual consumer price index currently sits at 3.8% but fertiliser costs are expected to rise 6%,  and fodder is up 15%.

ABARES says farmers are also receiving more for their produce.

Rural Editor Emily Minney caught up with Acting Assistant Secretary Kurt Hockey on what the figures mean.

New figures warn farm input costs are expected to rise higher than inflation in 2026.&nbsp;
The annual consumer price index currently sits at 3.8% but fertiliser costs are expected to rise 6%, &nbsp;and fodder is up 15%.
ABARES says farmers are also receiving more for their produce.
Rural Editor Emily Minney caught up with Acting Assistant Secretary Kurt Hockey on what the figures mean.

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The Rural News is market leader, dealing exclusively with stories of interest to the farming sector and has the support of Australia&rsquo;s largest media business and international correspondents.