Senator WATT (Queensland—Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and Minister for Emergency Management) (14:59): Thank you, Senator White. I'm really looking forward to seeing your sterling performances on the Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport Committee, which I know you will do so well. Senator White, I can confirm that I have good news for farmers and good news for Australians. Today the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences, otherwise known as ABARES, released their latest report on Australian crops and commodities. This year farm exports are forecast to worth a record-breaking $70.3 billion, which is a remarkable achievement. This is the biggest ever agricultural export in our nation's history. I am shocked that the National Party, of all parties, wants to yell at us when we have good news for farmers and good news for agriculture. But, then again, when you see what the— Opposition senators interjecting— The PRESIDENT: Minister Watt, please resume your seat. Order on my left in particular. Minister, please continue. Senator WATT: It's a shame they hate good news, even when it comes to farmers and agriculture. But, then again, it's no surprise when we see what the Leader of the National Party has to say about the National Farmers Federation, calling them cowards and all sorts of other things as well. This is the biggest ever agricultural export our nation has seen. ABARES has also forecast a winter crop harvest of 55.5 million tonnes. This combination of high yields and high exports is good news for Aussie farmers, farm workers, rural communities and all of us in this country. It also means that Australia can do its part in contributing to global food supply. Over on this side of the chamber, we like good news, especially when it comes to agriculture and our farmers. It's unfortunate we're not joined by the other side. We know that trade and exports make all the difference in times of stress and food scarcity. I couldn't be prouder to see Australia more than pulling its weight. I congratulate all the farmers and all the farm workers who have worked so hard to deliver these fantastic results. It's happening in all sorts of sectors. We know the industry has its challenges— The PRESIDENT: Thank you, Minister. Senator White, your first supplementary?