Immediate help available for farmers affected by bushfire
Today, farmers across southern Australia are continuing to prepare for two days of extreme bushfire danger – ensuring family members, livestock and communities are safe. “The current bushfire situation is unprecedented and our thoughts are with rural Australians during what will be a very dangerous period,” National Farmers’ Federation President Fiona Simson said. Ms Simson […]
BoM confirms dire year for Australian agriculture
A report published by the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) today has confirmed the lived experience of many farmers – that 2019 was the driest and hottest year on record for Australia. The report comes as Australian farmers continue to manage a record-breaking drought, and battle bushfires which have devastated hundreds of farms. National Farmers’ Federation […]