Growers and farm workers asked to help protect piece rates
The NFF is calling on growers and workers in the horticulture sector to take part in a survey which aims to confirm the importance of piece rates as a payment model. Fruit and vegetable growers require workers for short intensive periods of picking and packing who are productive and capable of getting the produce off […]
Farmers and banks working together
The National Farmers’ Federation and Australian banks have agreed to hold a regular summit to discuss issues affecting farmers across Australia. The first meeting was held yesterday and attended by NFF CEO Tony Mahar and ABA CEO Anna Bligh, along with representatives from banks and state and territory farming bodies. NFF CEO Tony Mahar said […]
Farmers support Stop Food Waste Day 2021
The National Farmers Federation is reiterating its goal to halve food waste by 2030 on this year’s Stop Food Waste Day.Stop Food Waste Day aims to bring awareness and reduce food waste on farms and in homes. “In Australia, up to 25 percent of all vegetables produced do not leave the farm,” NFF President Fiona […]
81 new projects to boost bush mobile & broadband services
The Regional, Rural and Remote Communications Coalition (RRRCC) has congratulated the Federal Government on the announcement of the long-awaited Regional Connectivity Program (RCP). The program will embark on 81 place-based telecommunications infrastructure projects to improve mobile and broadband services in the bush. The investment of more than $90 million will deliver rural and regional individuals […]