About the episode
We’ll take a look at the politics behind the release of Australia’s first ever National Climate Risk assessment and what it points to in the Albanese governments renewed emissions reduction target to be announced in coming days. We’ll also look at what it mean for our most precious asset - water. The National Irrigators Council believes the assessment falls short on the extent to which irrigated agriculture will be impacted. The Victorian Farmers Federation intends to remain a member of the National Farmers Federation with membership to continue under the hardship allowance which means forgoing voting privileges. Fodder prices have begun to fall, after hitting record highs in winter but the industry warns supply pressures could remain heading into the warmer months. And speaking of warmer months, snakes will be coming back to haunt us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
