Extreme weather conditions and a strong Australian dollar have been the major factors influencing the agriculture sector to start the year. 

Bendigo Bank Agribusiness's latest commodity update shows it's been a mixed bag to start 2026. 

Rural Editor Emily Minney caught up with Industry Insights Senior Manager Eliza Redfern to get the latest.

Extreme weather conditions and a strong Australian dollar have been the major factors influencing the agriculture sector to start the year.&nbsp;
Bendigo Bank Agribusiness's latest commodity update shows it's been a mixed bag to start 2026.&nbsp;
Rural Editor Emily Minney caught up with Industry Insights Senior Manager Eliza Redfern to get the latest.

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