Farmer confidence has plummeted to its lowest recorded level in 20 years. 

Research from Rabobank shows 58% of Australian farmers had a negative outlook for the next 12 months. 

Soaring input costs are being put to blame as a result of the Middle East conflict, with the recent peace deal showing small signs of relief.  

Rural Editor Emily Minney spokes with Rabobank's Country Banking Executive Marcel van Doremaele about the trends.

Farmer confidence has plummeted to its lowest recorded level in 20 years.&nbsp;
Research from Rabobank shows 58% of Australian farmers had a negative outlook for the next 12 months.&nbsp;
Soaring input costs are being put to blame as a result of the Middle East conflict, with the recent peace deal showing small signs of relief. &nbsp;
Rural Editor Emily Minney spokes with Rabobank's Country Banking Executive Marcel van Doremaele about the trends.

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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.