A stronger, more competitive grains industry

Grains Australia leads a Team Australia approach, collaborating across the grains value chain to prioritise initiatives that deliver maximum value for growers, industry and customers.

We deliver key functions critical to the long-term success of the Australian grains industry

Trade & Market Access

Maintaining and improving access to diverse markets for Australian grain, to grow the pool of end-users.

Classification

Establishing and maintaining grain variety classification systems that meet the needs of end-users and reflect the latest in agronomic improvements and breeding opportunities.

Market Insights

Ensuring that the Australian grains industry has the intelligence it needs to make informed decisions.

Market Education

Ensuring that customers of Australian grain have the technical support and training they need to make profitable use of our grains.

Technical market solutions

Building evidence to differentiate the quality and functionality of Australian grains from competitors, and providing tailored solutions that respond to customer feedback.

Classification

Grains Australia develops and maintains accountable, transparent and sustainable varietal classification systems for grain commodities that build value through alignment with market demands and opportunities.

Latest Industry News

March 2026

Classification: Malting barley evaluation update

The Grains Australia Malting and Brewing Industry Barley Technical Committee (MBIBTC) convened recently to evaluate new entries and review ongoing assessments within the current Malting Barley Classification Program.    There were no new varieties accredited from the 2025 assessments. For a full list of currently accredited varieties, click here.  The following provides an update on varieties currently progressing through the program.  Summary of results:  Varieties undergoing Stage Two […]

February 2026

The hidden costs of non-tariff measures revealed: Australia’s grain industry losing billions

A major new report from Grains Australia lays bare the significant economic impact of non-tariff measures (NTMs) on Australian grain exports, revealing billions of dollars in lost revenue for the industry. The analysis provides the most comprehensive assessment to date of how NTMs affect Australian grain exports, and identifies opportunities for targeted reform to strengthen the long-term […]

January 2026

Grains Australia selected for $50m initiative to drive market growth

Grains Australia has been formally selected to join Austrade’s new Trade Diversification Network (TDM), part of a $50 million initiative designed to help Australian exporters grow and diversify their markets.  “We are delighted to be chosen by Austrade as a peak industry partner for this critical initiative, which provides a direct channel to shape and accelerate our industry’s market diversification efforts,” Grains Australia Chief Executive Officer Richard Simonaitis said.  As part of the TDM, […]