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03 April 2026
Pat Carberry, a 97-year-old cotton farmer, is wrapping up his familys 59-year-old farm near Narrabri, New South Wales. The farm, started by his father after World War One, will cease operations in 2026 due to rising costs for machinery, fertilizer, and water licenses. The Carberrys, who switched to cotton in the 1960s, have led Australias top-tier cotton scene, boosting yields through genetically modified seeds and modern pickers. However, small family farms like theirs face brutal squeezes from diesel, fertilizer hikes, and corporate giants. The Carberrys aim for a solid final yield before stepping back, unsure of their next play but ready to hang up the football after a century-plus legacy. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9ef5a96e8df1e3f0
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