Drought Relief Fund hands over $1 million to help farmers in need
The 2018 Drought Relief Fund, a partnership between Channel 9, Rotary Australia World Community Service (RAWCS), and the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF), has today announced $1 million in grants to assist farmers in drought. The funds will be provided to the Country Women’s Association (CWA) in both New South Wales and Queensland, and the Need […]
"Farming owes its success to science" – NFF on National Science Week
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is recognising the contribution of science to Australian agriculture during National Science Week. “Our industry owes its success to the advancements that research and development has made possible,” NFF President Fiona Simson said. “Science has revolutionised every part of our farming system. “The development of new technologies such as gene […]
US decision on glyphosate ignores science & risks dangerous precedent
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) says a decision by a Californian court to ignore the established science on the safety of glyphosate, sets a dangerous and reckless precedent for agriculture across the world. On Friday, a jury found against Monsanto, the manufacturers of Roundup in which glyphosate is the active ingredient. The plaintiff’s legal team […]
Don’t forget to share the road: Slow down to help farmers grow food and fibre
A new study has found large agricultural vehicles (LAVs) pose a relatively low safety risk on our roads, while recommending more public education to minimise future risks. The report by James Cook University, with assistance from the National Farmers’ Federation, will form the basis of a new campaign for all road users travelling in rural […]
Farmers say 'about time' as all rural lenders introduce FMD offsets
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has praised all major rural lenders for making what most said was impossible – possible, with the introduction of a farm management deposit (FMD) offset. NFF President Fiona Simson said the decision was welcomed at a time when many farmers were doing it tough. “In the long term, access to […]
States' NEG posturing wearing thin with farmers
Farmers’ patience is fast running out with state and territory governments and their posturing over National Energy Guarantee (NEG) targets, according to the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF). NFF President, Fiona Simson said she hoped the onus to endorse a solution to Australia’s energy crisis was not lost on COAG Energy Ministers. “We are calling for […]
Joint statement on the National Energy Guarantee
Action is needed on many fronts to ensure Australians have the affordable, reliable and clean energy we demand. Deep policy uncertainty hangs over electricity investment beyond the current national Renewable Energy Target. An efficient and durable mechanism that integrates energy and climate policy will greatly reduce this uncertainty. The National Energy Guarantee is a mechanism […]
A comprehensive guide to available drought assistance options
UPDATE: the NFF has now launched FarmHub – a new central location to find drought and other farm business assistance. Visit https://farmhub.org.au. Farmers managing drought may be able to access support for needs ranging from livestock fodder, everyday living expenses and access to financial and health services. The below list details the help available at […]
Farmers and agribusiness join forces to realise agriculture's potential
Two peak agriculture representative organisations have committed to work together towards a farm gate production value of $100 billion by 2030. The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF), representing Australia’s 84,000 farmers, and Agribusiness Australia, representing individuals and corporations across the agri-food chain, signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Canberra today. NFF Chief Executive Tony Mahar said […]
NFF welcomes Federal Government's cash injection for drought-affected farmers
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement of immediate additional financial support to drought-affected farming families. NFF President Fiona Simson said lump sum payments of up to an additional $12,000 to farmers eligible for the Farm Household Allowance would provide significant relief from the hardship currently facing many. “Presently, farming families […]