Don’t pull the plug on Great Artesian Basin funding
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has today called on the Federal Government to continue its support for the Great Artesian Basin Sustainability Initiative (GABSI), a long-running program that improves the condition of artesian waters. Chair of the NFF Water Taskforce, Les Gordon, said the GABSI has been an important collaboration between the Commonwealth, States and […]
Australian farmers need high ambition from TPP talks
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) today demanded the Federal Government seek ambitious outcomes from all countries in the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) negotiations scheduled to take place in Ottawa, Canada next week. “Agriculture needs to be at the heart of the TPP agreement and will be one of the sectors that can deliver commercially meaningful […]
Funding to grow food and fibre message in schools
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has today welcomed the Coalition Government’s initial funding for the Agriculture in Education project. Under this project, $2 million over two years will be provided to improve understanding of agriculture in Australian schools. NFF CEO Matt Linnegar said the funding will make a real difference to workforce development in the […]
Health boost for farmers
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed today’s announcement of funding for the National Centre for Farmer Health. “Profitable farms start with healthy farmers. A healthy rural workforce is one that is well-informed and has a good understanding of risks associated with their workplace,” said Mr Matt Linnegar, CEO of the NFF. “The Centre has […]
Independent role must oversee water reform
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is concerned that the Commonwealth Government is shifting away from its commitment to deliver triple bottom line outcomes in relation to water reform. Today marks the 10th anniversary of the National Water Initiative (NWI), agreed by the Council of Australian Governments. Chair of the NFF Water Taskforce, Mr Les Gordon, […]
Farm sector representation survey
Have your say in the future of farm sector representation in Australia. Register http://ausagvoice.questionpro.com/[here]. Newgate Research had been appointed to undertake an independent review of representation across local, state and national levels. Newgate Research has already conducted extensive consultations, including interviews with farming organisations and peak bodies, as well as focus groups with grass-roots farmers. […]
Farmers encouraged to have their say on representation
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is encouraging farmers to head online and have their say on the future of farm sector representation in Australia. NFF President, Brent Finlay, said Newgate Research had been appointed to undertake an independent review of representation across local, state and national levels. “There is general consensus across our sector that […]
FFN, the next generation of the NFF Family
Australia’s national agricultural youth network, the Future Farmers Network (FFN), has joined the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) as an Associate Member. NFF President Brent Finlay said the FFN’s addition to the NFF is proof that the sector is serious about supporting its next generation of farmers. He also said this was another step towards securing […]
Wage increase hits drought-affected farmers hardest
While today’s announcement by the Fair Work Commission outlined a modest increase to minimum wages, the National Farmers’ Federation is concerned that every rise in labour costs makes it harder for farmers already struggling to keep farm-business costs down and maintain competitiveness. This afternoon, the Fair Work Commission announced an increase to minimum wages of […]
Animal Medicines Australia bolsters NFF ranks
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has today announced that Animal Medicines Australia (AMA) has joined the peak national agricultural body as an Associate Member. NFF Chief Executive, Matt Linnegar, said AMA’s addition to the NFF helps reinforce vital links between the animal health industry and farmers, at a national level. “The NFF exists to provide […]