Statement on the passing of the Hon. John Kerin AO
Comments attributable to NFF President, Fiona Simson On behalf of the farming community, I pass our condolences to the Kerin family as we mourn the loss of one of our sector’s most respected figures. Few people have had such a lasting and profound impact on Australian agriculture. As the country’s longest-serving Minister for Primary Industries, […]
Farmers in crisis: Depression and anxiety rife among Aussie farmers
New research shines a light on Australian farmer mental health with saddening statistics around self-harm and suicide, sparking calls for government support and industry-wide collaboration to create farmer-to-farmer support networks across the country. New research released today paints a saddening picture of the mental health of Australia’s hard-working farmers with close to third (30%) reporting […]
Safeguard mechanism needs to be safe for agriculture
As changes to the Safeguard Mechanism enter the home stretch in Parliament, farmers are warning that the impacts of a turbocharged offsets market need to be considered. National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) Chief Executive Officer Tony Mahar said while agriculture was excluded from safeguard mechanism requirements, the 215 emitters it captures will be hungry for offsets […]
Regional, Rural and Remote Communications Coalition in Canberra for bush connectivity push
While important progress has been made in recent years, the need for reliable, affordable, quality connectivity services remains as important as ever in regional, rural and remote Australia. This is the message the Regional, Rural and Remote Communications Coalition (RRRCC) delegation will deliver to Parliamentarians in Canberra today. The RRRCC incorporates 21 respected community groups, […]
Call for inquiry after grains farmer losses run into the billions
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is calling for an investigation into the grain supply chain after a report found a price irregularity that could mean billions of dollars in losses to farmers. NFF CEO Tony Mahar said the Federal Government needed to respond immediately by instigating an inquiry through the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission […]
Statement on UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement
Comments attributable to NFF Chief Executive, Tony Mahar We welcome the ratification of Australia’s trade deal with the United Kingdom by the UK Parliament. This deal improves access to an important market for Aussie farmers. It will also give UK consumers the option of sustainable, high quality Australian produce on supermarket shelves to complement their […]
IWD2023 Applications open for Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program
he National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is proud to mark International Women’s Day 2023 by opening applications its Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program. The flagship program provides mentoring for women who want to play a leading role in shaping the future of Australian agriculture. It will give 12 aspiring women from across the country the chance […]
Farm sector overcomes flooding to break new output record
The National Farmers’ Federation says the farm sector’s record $90 billion output announced today puts the industry’s $100 billion target within reach and the result should sharpen the Government’s focus on leveraging growth opportunities in agriculture. “We’ve had an absolute belter,” said NFF Vice President David Jochinke, adding it wasn’t all smooth sailing. “It was […]
Statement on Independent Panel on live sheep export
Comments attributable to Tony Mahar, Chief Executive Officer, National Farmers’ Federation The National Farmers’ Federation notes the Minister’s announcement that an Independent Panel will be established to advise on the proposed phase out of live sheep export. The NFF stands with 24 other peak agricultural bodies and farmers across Australia in opposing the ban on […]
Government must consult farmers on superannuation changes
Australia’s peak farming body has warned that superannuation changes announced by Treasurer Jim Chalmers could cool investment in agriculture, unless the detail is worked through with farmers. National Farmers’ Federation CEO Tony Mahar is now calling on the Government to undertake formal consultation before the measure is budgeted and legislated later this year. “For many […]