House Committee performs ‘hit and run’ on WA farmers
Australia’s peak farm body has savaged a report on the Government’s live sheep ban, released by the House of Representatives Agriculture Committee today. Acting Chief Executive Charlie Thomas labelled the inquiry process a “hoax” designed to sideline the concerns of farmers. “We’re talking about cancelling an industry. Cancelling people’s jobs and livelihoods. “This ban is […]
Migration paper prompts renewed calls for a farm visa
The National Farmers’ Federation has acknowledged the Regional Migration Discussion Paper released today, which it says should kickstart a robust discussion on getting migration settings right for farmers and regional Australia. While the paper considers all regional migration settings, it shines a spotlight on the Working Holiday Maker (WHM) program. NFF Acting CEO Charlie Thomas […]
Historic win for farmers: Fiona Simson elected WFO Vice President
The National Farmers’ Federation is proud to announce immediate past President Fiona Simson has been elected as World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO) Vice President. The NFF nominated Ms Simson who was subsequently elected at the WFO General Assembly in Rome. President David Jochinke, who is in Rome at the event with NFF CEO Tony Mahar, said […]