Farmers reserve judgement but see potential in Government’s energy policy settings
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) will reserve judgement on the merits of the Government’s energy policy announced today and wait to examine the detail on its effectiveness for meeting the energy needs of the farm sector. The peak representative body for Australian agriculture has been direct in its call for the Government to find durable […]
Grants of up to $4 million on offer for farmers to improve soil, vegetation and biodiversity
The farm sector can now apply for grants of up to $4 million to implement innovative and sustainable land management practices. National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) President Fiona Simson said the grants were a part of the Federal Government’s smart farm program. “I urge farmers and regional communities, through farming systems and natural resource management groups to put […]