National Farmers’ Federation welcomes Soils for Life to the fold
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is pleased to welcome Soils for Life to the peak body as an Associate Member. Soils for Life is a non-profit, non-government organisation founded and chaired by Australia’s former Governor General, Major General The Honourable Michael Jeffery, AC AO (Mil) CVO MC (Retd). NFF President Fiona Simson said healthy soils […]
Matthews Report gives ‘frank and fearless’ take on compliance
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has dubbed Mr Ken Matthews’ Interim Report as ‘salient’ reading and a ‘frank and fearless’ review of water compliance and enforcement in New South Wales. “It is certainly not a whitewash,” NFF President Fiona Simson said. “I am pleased to see Mr Matthews has swept nothing under the carpet in […]
Farmers dux of the economic-performer class
Australian farmers can take a bow with the latest national accounts figures revealing agriculture is now the nation’s biggest contributor to gross domestic product (GDP) and the fastest growing sector. National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) President Fiona Simson said it was a great sense of pride for farmers that the nation’s prosperity was closely linked to […]
New pilot approach to make Seasonal Worker Programme more farmer-friendly
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed today’s announcement of new measures to support farmers and seasonal workers in accessing the Seasonal Worker Programme. NFF Chief Executive Tony Mahar said the Seasonal Worker Programme was vitally important to addressing the labour shortages endured by Australian farmers. “The NFF has previously identified barriers to participation in […]
Better broadband in view for bush consumers
Guaranteed access to broadband services for all Australians is a step closer after a Senate Committee last night recommended the Telecommunications Reform Package be passed by Parliament. The recommendation was welcomed by the Regional, Rural and Remote Communications Coalition (RRRCC). “We are pleased the Environment and Communications Legislation Committee has taken this view,” National Farmers’ […]
Improved quad bike safety on track as trans-Tasman ministers back five-star safety rating system
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed a commitment from Ministers to take decisive action towards the instatement of a five-star safety rating for quad bikes. At a meeting in Melbourne last week, consumer affairs Ministers from across Australia and New Zealand agreed to “expedite the regulatory impact assessment processes needed to introduce the rating […]
Improved quad bike safety on track as trans-Tasman Ministers take action towards a five-star safety rating system
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed a commitment from Ministers to take decisive action towards the instatement of a five-star safety rating for quad bikes. At a meeting in Melbourne last week, consumer affairs Ministers from across Australia and New Zealand agreed to “expedite the regulatory impact assessment processes needed to introduce the rating […]
National day to celebrate agriculture and related industries launched
From Broome to Bordertown, Bundaberg to Brunswick, all Australians are encouraged to celebrate the nation’s farm sector on November 21. National Agriculture and Related Industries Day (AgDay) is the brainchild of Mrs Gina Rinehart and is being supported in its development by the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) and the Federal Department of Agriculture & Water […]
Farm sector welcomes TPP resuscitation talks
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) of Australia and Federated Farmers of New Zealand say moves to bring into force the bulk of the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) is good news for both Australian and New Zealand farm exports. In Sydney yesterday, officials from both Australia and New Zealand concluded three days of talks with chief […]
Farm exporters offered red tape reprieve with new legislation
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed a move by the Federal Government to slash red tape and save agricultural exporters time and money. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources, Barnaby Joyce released the draft Export Control Bill, for consultation today. The Bill consolidates 17 Acts and 40 legislative instruments governing […]