A Greener Future
Labour shortages are a significant problem for the agricultural sector. Recent figures suggest that 80% of farmers experience difficulty finding workers at varying points in the year. Labour shortages in agriculture are not a new issue. The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has been campaigning for a government response to the problem since 2005. However, the […]
Farmers seek assurances that Labor's environment law plans won't impede growth
The National Farmers’ Federation has acknowledged the Australian Labor’ Party’s intention to overhaul Australia’s environment laws and to establish a new Federal Environmental Protection Agency. NFF Chief Executive Officer, Tony Mahar said both proposals, which were supported at the Party’s conference over the weekend, needed careful thought, comprehensive consultation and, if proceeded with, smooth implementation. […]
Water Ministers unite in commitment to further scrutiny of 'upwater' impacts
National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) Water Taskforce Chair Les Gordon said the decision of the meeting of the Murray Darling Basin Ministerial Council (MinCo) on Friday was measured and balanced. “There is nothing in these measures that will demand review of environmental allocations, the 450GL will be robustly assessed and made available once that assessment is […]
NFF urges Ministers to consider communities in upwater decision
This Friday, the Murray-Darling Basin Ministerial Council will consider measures to better define the socio-economic impacts of acquiring a further 450 gigalitres of ‘upwater’. The National Farmers’ Federation is reminding Ministers of the importance of a holistic approach to upwater measures. NFF Water Taskforce Chair, Les Gordon urged Ministers to ensure that the decisions they […]
COAG disappoints with failure to launch work towards a national drought policy
The National Farmers’ Federation welcomed the Council of Australian Government’s recognition of drought as an issue of national importance but is disappointed COAG did not agree to launch work towards a comprehensive national drought policy. “COAG’s decision to develop a National Drought Agreement acknowledges the importance of national action to tackle drought – but falls […]
NFF joins chorus of anger at Queensland ag college shutdowns
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is seeking an explanation from the Queensland Palaszczuk Government regarding its decision to close two of the State’s iconic agricultural colleges. The future of both Longreach and Emerald agricultural colleges is today in limbo, after the news of the impending closures broke on Thursday. NFF President Fiona Simson said it beggared belief […]
Farmers welcome new plan to break down barriers constraining Aussie farm exports
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed a plan by the Government to up the ante in tackling non-tariff trade barriers (NTBs) that constrain Australian exports. NFF President, Fiona Simson, said the NTB Action Plan released today by the Government was critical for maintaining and growing international markets. “With the successful conclusion of preferential trade agreements with some of our key […]
Data increases, landline preservation recommended by Regional Telecomms Review
A Government pulse check of regional telecommunications has made 10 recommendations to improve the service experience of regional, rural and remote users – now and into the future. National Farmers’ Federation President Fiona Simson welcomed the 2018 Regional Telecommunications Review, carried out every three years, and said the recommendations, if implemented, would deliver profound improvements […]
Time is now for new investment in bush telecommunications
The Regional, Rural and Remote Communications Coalition (RRRCC) has welcomed the recommendations of the 2018 Regional Telecommunications Review: Getting it right out there. The report is the culmination of submissions and consultative forums held across regional, rural and remote Australia to resolve the connectivity issues facing our communities now and into the future. NSW Farmers […]
National Farmers' Federation Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) was held in Canberra today. Two Director positions were declared vacant by rotation. The resulting votes saw Cattle Council of Australia President, Tony Hegarty re-elected and WAFarmers Federation President, Tony York elected for the first time as an NFF Board member. President Fiona Simson thanked […]