China has dropped trade restrictions on Australian hay, as relationship between the countries continues to thaw.

Australia’s exports of hay and chaff to China were valued at 160 million dollars in 20-20 – but dropped to 78 million dollars last year

Trade Minister Don Farrell says it is a positive step forward, but there is more work to do

Rural reporter Ella Smith spoke to National Farmers’ Federation Chief Executive Tony Mahar about what the change means for hay producers, and other export industries.

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