Farmers welcome Government’s commitment to drive digital agriculture
Today’s agricultural innovation agenda announcement by Agriculture Minister David Littleproud is good news for farmers, National Farmers’ Federation Chief Executive Tony Mahar said. “The NFF and our members have been calling on the Government to take a lead role in supporting digital agriculture through the rural innovation system for some time. “As part of the innovation agenda, […]
Farmers warn crops in limbo if National Cabinet fails to deliver on worker code
National Farmers’ Federation Chief Executive Tony Mahar said the proposed Agricultural Worker Code to be agreed upon by National Cabinet by Friday must be consistent across all state and territory borders – in principle and in practice. “This is the last chance for the agriculture sector with respect to a workable solution to border movements.” Mr Mahar said. “The picking season for some fruits […]