Trans-Pacific Partnership or Peru poker tournament?
The Australian agriculture sector reinforced the need for a trade liberalising Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement during the 17th and latest round of talks in Lima, Peru. National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) policy general manager, Tony Mahar, said while support for the TPP remains high, there are concerns that the progress and the willingness to commit to […]
Wage decision lands closer to farmers’ calls
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has today acknowledged the Annual Wage Review decision to increase the national minimum wage by $15.80 per week, commencing from 1 July this year. In a submission to the Fair Work Commission in March, the NFF called for a $9 per week increase, including the Superannuation levy increase of $1.50. […]