Inquiry into the Seasonal Worker Program: Submission
In its 10 July 2015 Submission, the NFF outlined the Seasonal Worker Program’s potential, saying it could deliver increased productivity for the agricultural sector, while bringing together foreign aid and labour market policy for mutually-beneficially economic outcomes. The NFF made a number of recommendations to improve the scheme’s effectiveness.
Statement on Shenhua coal mine approval
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) joins with the community of the Liverpool Plains and NSW Farmers in raising serious concerns about the Federal Government’s decision to approve the Shenhua coal mine. A large open cut mine which has the potential to compromise food and fibre production should not be allowed in close proximity to some […]