NFF submission to the better targeted superannuation concessions consultation
Self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) are a common tool in Australian agriculture to manage assets and use agricultural land to provide retirement income. Given the highly cyclical nature of Australian agriculture, the impact of the proposed changes will have an outsized impact on farmers who have agricultural assets within their SMSF. While exact figures are unavailable, […]
Statement on China barley trade
Comments attributable to National Farmers’ Federation Chief Executive, Tony Mahar We welcome the announcement from Ministers Penny Wong and Don Farrell on the expedited review of duties on Australian barley. China is an important market for Australian farmers, taking about 60-70% of our barley exports. The constructive approach the countries have taken to progress this […]