Connectivity funding a win for the bush
Today’s announcement of $36 million across two connectivity programs is a double win for farmers and people living in the bush, according to the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF). The Federal Budget included $30 million across three years for the On Farm Connectivity Program (OFCP) and $6 million for the next three years to expand the […]
Competition law changes help give consumers and farmers a fair go
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the new and tougher penalties that will be imposed on companies that breach competition and consumer laws. NFF President Fiona Simson said the peaking farming body had long-called for action on unfair contract terms provisions and she was pleased the new Parliament had followed through on the commitment […]