Holding ground in uncertainty: insights for Australian agriculture in 2050 is a special edition of the Farm Policy Journal examining potential futures for Australian agriculture by 2050. It emphasises the need for strategic planning amid growing global uncertainty, trade disruptions, climate extremes, and technological advancements.  

The journal introduces CSIRO’s Ag2050 initiative, which presents four future scenarios—two positive (Regional Ag Capitals and Landscape Stewardship) and two adverse (Climate Survival and System Decline)—to inform strategic responses and guide the sector toward resilience and sustainability.  

The edition includes reflections on Indigenous knowledge and Caring for Country, alongside research on land use, water, innovation, climate adaptation, and diversification. It also offers in-depth explorations of key agricultural topics such as livestock, labour, ag tech, and circular economies while presenting new stakeholder engagement strategies and perspectives on decarbonisation and sustainability. Rather than offering definitive answers, the issue aims to surface critical questions and foster collaboration in shaping a thriving future for Australian agriculture.  

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