EU-Mercosur payoff brings into question EU trade commitment
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has expressed concern that the European Union’s (EU) latest farmer subsidies, brought forward to sign a trade deal with South American countries, will further unbalance international trade scales. European leaders voted to authorise the signature of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement over the weekend, following an offer on agricultural subsidies by […]
NFF statement on bushfires, flooding and cyclone disasters
Comments attributable to NFF President Hamish McIntyre Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the horrific bushfires, flooding and Cyclone Koji. It’s devastating that human and animal lives have been lost, along with vital infrastructure. The scale of destruction is huge, and it will take a lot of time, effort, and money to recover. We […]
ACM Agri and NFF launch first ‘national stage’ to celebrate the best in agriculture
The leaders and innovators helping to shape and drive Australian agriculture will be front and centre of an exciting national awards program jointly launched by ACM Agri and The National Farmers’ Federation today. With the support of platinum partners, Nutrien Ag Solutions and Westpac, the Australian Agriculture Awards will celebrate farmers, leaders and agribusiness professionals […]
NFF announces new Chief Executive Officer
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is pleased to announce Michael Guerin as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 23 March 2026. NFF President Hamish McIntyre welcomed the appointment, pointing to Mr Guerin’s proven leadership capabilities and passionate ag advocacy work. “Mike brings extensive experience to the NFF CEO role, through his current role as Acting […]
Strong stance on EU FTA needed against 2026 trade headwinds
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is again urging the Government to reject any subpar European Union Free Trade Agreement (EU FTA), as compounding trade headwinds face agriculture in the coming 12 months. NFF President Hamish McIntyre said as we head into 2026, global trade uncertainty was having a direct impact on the sector’s bottom line. […]
Sustainability the key to ag workforce puzzle
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has called for a renewed focus on a sustainable agricultural workforce, urging policymakers to ensure the needs of regional communities are properly addressed. In a submission to the Value of Skilled Migration to Australia Inquiry, which closes today, the NFF said while skilled migrants played an important supporting role in […]
Statement on The Hon. Mick Veitch’s appointment as AgriFutures chairperson
Comments attributable to Hamish McIntyre, President, National Farmers’ Federation I am pleased to congratulate The Hon. Mick Veitch on his appointment as the new AgriFutures Australia Chairperson. Mr Veitch’s has a vast and practical understanding of agriculture and rural communities from his experience working as a shearer through to NSW Parliament where he served as […]
ABARES modelling shows carbon choices for farmers
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed a new ABARES report that provides a clearer, more grounded way to assess how carbon sequestration could sit alongside Australian agriculture. NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey said the report usefully cuts through the noise by modelling what could happen under different policy settings but was not a […]
Statement on firearms reforms
Comments attributable to National Farmers’ Federation President Hamish McIntyre The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is urging calm and considered firearms reform following the horrific attack at Bondi. There is no place in Australia for this kind of violence, and like every Australian, farmers place community safety above all else. This tragedy demands a serious response, […]
NFF statement on DAFF export cost recovery changes
Comments attributable to NFF President Hamish McIntyre The National Farmers’ Federation is concerned the proposed changes to Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) export cost recovery arrangements announced in yesterday’s mid-year economic forecast, may hurt the competitiveness of agricultural exports and producers. Australian agriculture exports 80% of the food and fibre it produces, so […]