Australia’s national interest demands a strong agriculture deal in EU FTA
Australia’s peak farm advocacy organisation says the Federal Government must hold its nerve in negotiations with the European Union, warning that a substandard deal would fail both Australian farmers and the national interest. National Farmers’ Federation President Hamish McIntyre said farmers want an agreement with the EU, but not one that cements an uneven playing […]
Vet and cattle producer named NFF Director
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracy Sullivan to its board. Dr Sullivan fills the casual vacancy created when Hamish McIntyre was elected President. Located in Western Australia’s Kimberley region, Dr Sullivan is an experienced cattle veterinarian with more than two decades working across the supply chain. Her career […]
NFF secures breakthrough on Right to Repair for farmers
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has secured a Federal Government commitment to extend Right to Repair reforms to agricultural machinery, hailing it a historic win for farmers and a direct result of years of advocacy from the farm sector. Following a meeting of state and territory Treasurers on Friday, Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirmed that […]
Sweet ag scene wows judges
A heartwarming image of a kelpie sleeping on freshly shorn wool has won the 2025 National Agriculture Day photography and video competition, in a record year for entries. The serene photo depicts red kelpie “Hazel” taking a break from yarding sheep with a kip on a pile of fresh wool. Photographer Kiana Waters captured the […]
Statement on EPBC
Comments attributable to NFF President Hamish McIntyre Farmers have been left bitterly disappointed by the deal between the Government and the Greens on environmental reform. The Prime Minister has confirmed the Government has made a deal with the Greens on the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act 1999, through the environment protection reform bill […]
World-first mobile coverage obligation a step closer
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the introduction of the Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation (UOMO) legislation to Federal Parliament, calling it a landmark step toward fixing the communications blackspots that hold farmers and regional Australia back. The NFF says this world-first approach will require mobile carriers to make outdoor mobile phone coverage available across […]
NFF welcomes Su McCluskey to National Food Council
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey’s appointment as one of 11 representatives on the newly formed National Food Council. The beef producer has been appointed in her capacity as Chair of the Crawford Fund for Food Security, an organisation seeking to increase Australia’s engagement in international agricultural research and development […]
Opportunities abound in Southeast Asia for Australian agribusinesses
Australia’s farm sector has fresh opportunities in Southeast Asia, with the region signalling strong demand for new agrifood, agritech and research partnerships. Southeast Asia is one of the fastest growing global regions and its demographics, economic openness and ambition mean it will drive economic growth through to 2040 and beyond, according to Su McCluskey, NFF […]
Stand with the Land this AgDay
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has urged the public to get behind farmers and agriculture this Friday, 21 November for National Agriculture Day. NFF President Hamish McIntyre said the annual event is a wonderful chance to celebrate the people behind our nation’s food and fibre. “This year’s theme, ‘Stand with the Land’ is a powerful […]
Farmers urge Government: Don’t trade away agriculture for a quick EU deal
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed the return of Free Trade Agreement talks with the European Union, but says Australia must not settle for anything less than a better deal for farmers than last time. As flagged by Trade Minister Don Farrell in Senate Estimates, the European Union (EU) Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic is expect […]