Fuel, Fertiliser and Firearms: Pressure Builds

In this episode of TasFarmers Talks, the team tackles the ongoing firearm policy debate, rising fuel and fertiliser costs, and what these pressures mean for farmers right now.TasFarmers President Ian Sauer, CEO Nathan Calman, and COO Neil Grose discuss the role of firearms as a tool of trade, the risks of policy being developed without proper consultation, and why getting this balance right matters for agriculture.The conversation then turns to the sharp increase in input costs, with fuel and fertiliser placing significant strain on farm businesses, reducing margins and creating real uncertainty across the sector. This week's panel also examines the proposed sale of Rushy Lagoon and what it signals about land use, investment, and government influence in agricultural markets.Drawing on member experience, the episode outlines the growing pressure on farm viability and the broader implications for productivity, food security, and regional Tasmania.