Industry updates indicate late April will be a critical pressure point for fuel and fertiliser supply across Australian agriculture.
Recent industry updates indicate that while supply is expected to hold through early April, the real pinch point is approaching quickly. In Western Australia, producers are already facing an estimated shortfall of at least 10 million litres of fuel. At the same time, a Grower Group Alliance survey of more than 800 producers found that just under half have no confidence in securing fuel when they need it.
With the government now forming a fertiliser taskforce and the ACCC stepping in to monitor price spikes, it’s clear this is more than just a short-term concern.
For many producers, this isn’t just about availability, it’s about how every litre is used.
Driving across the property to check feed is part of the job, but when fuel becomes uncertain, those trips start to carry more weight.
It’s not just the cost at the bowser. It’s time, labour, and the risk of using fuel on trips that don’t change your decision.
Cibo Labs allows you to monitor pasture conditions across your property without needing to physically check every paddock.
Instead of driving to see what’s happening, you can:
All from your phone or computer.
When fuel is tight, the goal isn’t to stop checking your country, it’s to make sure every trip counts.
Having a clear picture of your feedbase helps you reduce unnecessary travel, prioritise where your attention is needed, and make earlier, more informed decisions.
In a season where inputs are tightening, small efficiencies quickly add up.
Late April will be a key period for many producers.
While supply pressures are outside your control, how you respond isn’t.
Because in times like this, it’s not about doing more, it’s about doing what matters most, with confidence.