Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Legislation Amendment Regulations 2018
The NFF commends the government on their commitment to reforming the national system of agvet chemical regulation, and mainly support the proposals set out in the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Legislation Amendment Regulations 2018. Australian farmers need a system of chemical regulation and registration that facilitates the introduction of new chemicals onto the Australian market […]
Farmers applaud collaboration on Future Drought Fund legislation
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed the passage of Future Drought Fund legislation through the House of Representatives today. “This is a great outcome,” President Fiona Simson said. “Drought is an integral part of farming in most parts of Australia. Yet to date, no Australian government has been able to successfully determine how to best […]
NFF welcomes more analysis on emission target impacts
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed new evidence and commentary from Dr Brian Fisher which seeks to analyse to two key policy propositions in relation to climate change and emissions reduction. “Dr Fisher’s analysis predicting cumulative impacts of $472 billion by 2030 are a stark reminder that climate reform, while absolutely essential, will have a […]