2006 Federal Budget Submission
On 31 January 2006, the NFF lodged its submission to the Australian Government for three key budgetary pillars – Capital Gains Tax reform, a major upgrading of regional transport infrastructure and recognition of increasing role farmers play in achieving environmental outcomes on behalf of all Australians.
CSIRO must not lose its focus on farmers
THE release of CSIRO’s direction paper on research investments for 2006/2007 outlines some positive initiatives for the agriculture sector including a commitment of closer collaboration with industries and strategic long-term research partnerships, said the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) today. “NFF welcomes CSIRO’s recognition of the need to forge better links with industry in the implementation […]