Statement on United States tariff removal
Comments attributable to NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the decision by the United States to remove tariffs applied to a range of global agricultural goods, including from Australia. The NFF has long championed free and fair trade, not just for agriculture but all industries, recognising its role in […]
NFF’s new boss Hamish McIntyre on climate focus and farm-level challenges
Opinion by Hamish McIntyre, National Farmers’ Federation President It’s been a busy first month as president of the National Farmers Federation. I’m listening, learning and ready to work on a clear set of priorities that will strengthen farm businesses, rural communities and Australia’s food security. I see agriculture reaching the $100 billion farmgate output goal […]
Peak bodies dispute misleading land clearing claims
Two peak industry bodies have joined forces to refute comments by Australian Climate and Biodiversity Foundation (ACBF) chair Dr Ken Henry about land clearing and loopholes in Australia’s environmental laws. During a Committee for Economic Development of Australia speech this week, Dr Henry claimed “irresponsible clearing” was occurring in Australia and current environmental laws and the […]
South-East Asian mission highlights importance of regional partnerships for trade and food security
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has joined industry colleagues and Australian Government officials on a week-long mission to strengthen ties with key South-East Asian partners. NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey is taking part in the Strategic Agribusiness Partnerships Mission to Indonesia and Brunei, led by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) this week. […]
Farm gap-year program hits the mark as NFF calls for industry backing
Video case studies and photos available here. Australia’s on-farm, gap-year program, AgCAREERSTART, is telling a powerful story about young people wanting to make their start in agriculture. A program evaluation shows a high retention rate of AgCAREERSTART participants staying in agriculture through work or study, while every $1 invested delivers $5.56 back into the sector. […]
One size won’t fit all in WHS update
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has called for practical reforms to the Model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Laws, currently under review. NFF General Manager of Workplace Relations and Legal Affairs, Michael Pyers, welcomed the review, but warned of detrimental outcomes if the regulation doesn’t recognise the realities of family farm businesses and seasonal workforces. […]
Farmers urge balance and practicality in EPBC overhaul
Ahead of Minister Murray Watt’s National Press Club address today, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has called for reforms to the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act that deliver environmental outcomes without compromising agricultural productivity or increasing red tape. NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey said farmers were ready to engage constructively in shaping […]
Norco and the NFF launch next chapter in landmark farmer wellbeing research
Almost three years after releasing the inaugural National Farmer Wellbeing Report, Norco — Australia’s oldest 100% farmer-owned dairy co-operative — and the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) — the peak national body for Australia’s farm sector — have today announced the launch of the next chapter in this landmark national research. First commissioned in 2023, the […]
Rural productivity tipped to drop due to labour shortages
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has stated that tackling regional worker shortages is the key to unlocking productivity growth in Australian agriculture. In a recent report, the NFF stated that more planning is needed to safeguard the sector’s future. “Agriculture faces persistent and acute workforce pressures that must be addressed if the sector is to […]
Ag leaders graduate in Canberra
A dozen women have cemented their place as agricultural leaders after graduating from the Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program. The program is proudly run by the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) and supported by agricultural organisations and corporate partners who’ve committed to increasing diversity in their workplaces. Over the course of six months, the participants met […]