Farm machinery movement to be made easier with harmonised regulation a step closer
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) this week welcomed positive progress on the development of a national set of rules to make it easier for farmers to move agricultural vehicles on public roads. The progress was announced yesterday by Deputy Prime Minister and Infrastructure, Transport & Regional Development Minister, Michael McCormack, at the property of sheep […]
Clear advice on fish deaths
Two reports have confirmed that January’s Menindee fish deaths were the result of a terrible, perfect storm of conditions. The interim Vertessy Committee Report, commissioned by the Government and the Academy of Science’s report, commissioned by Labor, both confirm that extreme drought resulted in poor water flows below the Menindee Lakes. The depleted flows underpinned […]
Australian Organic Limited joins the NFF
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is pleased to welcome Australian Organic Limited as a member of agriculture’s peak representative body. Australian Organic Limited is a member owned not-for-profit industry body that supports and promotes certified organic businesses and isa major force in ensuring that organic standards in Australia remain in the hands of the supply […]