Australian farmers are recognised globally as world leaders in water use efficiency. Underpinned by our rural research and development model, the agriculture sector has been investing in the science, knowledge, technology and know how to improve water use efficiency for decades. The NFF submission makes a number of recommendations including recognising the importance of improving water use efficiency to lift farm productivity and profitability.
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