Digital infrastructure key to farm productivity
New technology underpinned by improved access to digital infrastructure has the potential to revolutionise the agriculture sector, according to the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) in its submission to the 2015 Regional Telecommunications Review. NFF CEO Simon Talbot said the submission provides nine recommendations to help modernise telecommunications, aimed at improving quality, accessibility, affordability and reliability […]
Farmers welcome improved country of origin labelling laws
National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) CEO Simon Talbot says improvements to Australia’s country of origin labelling system, announced by the Federal Government today, will provide consumers with a clearer understanding of where their food comes from. The new food labels – due to appear on supermarket shelves later this year – will allow products to be […]
China Cattle Health Protocol: NFF Statement
Australian producers will soon have more options to sell their cattle overseas following the signing of an unprecedented cattle health protocol between Australia and China in Canberra yesterday. The landmark agreement is a significant step towards new trade for Australian feeder and slaughter cattle into China and is testament to our reputation for high quality, […]