Queensland's agricultural produce has a global reputation for being safe and nutritious.
Exports
Queensland's primary industries export to over 130 destinations worldwide.
The sector accounts for a reasonable share of Queensland's overseas exports and supplies food, fibre and forest products to markets around the world.
Despite Queensland representing less than 0.1% of the world's population and 1% of the world's total land area, the state's primary industries continue to play an important role in global food production and agricultural trade.
In 2025–26, Queensland exported $17.2 billion worth of agriculture and food products:
- 10.4% greater than in 2024–25
- 41.7% greater than the average of 5 years prior to 2025–26.
At a glance
$17.2 billion
Total agriculture, fisheries and forestry export value in 2025–26.
$12.2 billion
Livestock and livestock products.
$1.6 billion
Raw cotton.
$530.1 million
Horticulture products.
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Imports
In 2025–26, Queensland imported over $3.6 billion worth of agriculture and food products, 2.5% less than in 2024–25.
At a glance
$3.71 billion
Total agriculture, fisheries and forestry import value in 2024–25.
$689 million
Vegetable, fruit and nut import value (excluding chickpeas).
$406 million
Fish (excluding marine mammals), crustaceans, molluscs and aquatic invertebrates.
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Last updated: 23 Oct 2026