The Farm Writers' Association of NSW has a proud, 40-year history of bringing rural issues directly to the people of metropolitan Sydney.

Farm writers help improve the lines of communication between rural and urban communities. Their work demonstrates that farming is not just about the farms. Farming affects so many aspects of our daily lives - from the food we feed our families, to the jobs our friends and neighbours have, to the very future of our state and national economies.

The gross value of agricultural production in NSW is nearly $9 billion per year, or one-third of Australia's total agricultural output. But this figure is only a fraction of the true impact of agriculture.

Value-added processing turns primary goods into high-quality food and fibre products for domestic and export markets. This creates vital jobs, provides economic security, and boosts the prosperity of our communities and our country.