Farmers welcome major biosecurity bust
Farmers are today congratulating federal biosecurity officials following reports of a major biosecurity operation which seized 38 tonnes of illegal meat and animal products. NFF President, Fiona Simson, said the operation, which saw raids on facilities in Western Sydney, is an important example of how Australia’s biosecurity services protect our community, environment and economy. “That […]
2022-23 Annual Wage Review: Submission
The NFF recognises the extraordinarily challenging and uncertain nature of the global and domestic economic environment. In the medium-term, Australian farmers face a decline in gross production value, with a return to drier conditions and weakening global commodity prices. The NFF recommends that the Commission seriously considers these issues when making their determination until economic […]
Wage review must consider the rising cost of farming
As the Fair Work Commission considers submissions for the annual Wage Review, farmers are calling for a cautious approach that considers the unrelenting economic challenges facing the industry. National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) Chief Executive Officer Tony Mahar said workers were entitled to the right to earn a fair and liveable wage, but a balance must […]