Inquiry into the Primary Industries (Customs) Charges Amendment (Dairy Cattle Export Charge) Bill 2020
The NFF strongly supports the provisions in the bill, which will: • impose a charge on the export of dairy cattle • set the rate of provision on a per head basis for dairy cattle • enable the full funding of the Dairy Cattle Export Program, to meet specific research and development and marketing activities […]
(RRRCC) Consultation on design options for Round 5A of the Mobile Black Spot Program
he RRRCC has strongly supported the MBSP since the Coalition was first formed, and we recognise the significant impact that MBSP investment has had in improving mobile coverage in regional, rural and remote areas. This makes a material difference to the lives of those who live and work in – and visit or travel through […]
(RRRCC) Consultation on design options for Round 5A of the Mobile Black Spot Program
The RRRCC has strongly supported the MBSP since the Coalition was first formed, and we recognise the significant impact that MBSP investment has had in improving mobile coverage in regional, rural and remote areas. This makes a material difference to the lives of those who live and work in – and visit or travel through […]
Submission to the ARENA Technology Investment Roadmap
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the opportunity to provide a submission to the Technology Investment Roadmap consultation paper. There is a significant opportunity for Australian agriculture to contribute to the nation’s emissions reduction goals under the Paris Agreement. The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has the twin objectives of promoting the long-term prosperity of Australian […]
APVMA’s Public Release Summary on the evaluation of the new active zilpaterol hydrochloride in the product Zilmax Medicated Premix.
The NFF defers to the APVMA’s expert scientific expertise on the matter of the safety of zilpaterol hydrochloride (zilpaterol). We support the internationally recognised scientific principles and processes used by the APVMA in assessing the safety of agvet chemicals. The NFF has significant concerns about the trade risks associated with registration of zilpaterol in Australia, […]
RIC loan pays off for Peter and Caroline
Peter and Caroline produce irrigated and dryland crops in the Riverina region of New South Wales. They also operate a farm contracting business. About a year and a half ago they applied for a Farm Investment Loan from the Regional Investment Corporation. For Peter and Caroline, the main attraction of a loan from the RIC […]
Submission to the ARENA Bioenergy Roadmap consultation paper
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Australian Renewable Energy Agency’s (ARENA) bioenergy roadmap consultation paper. Bioenergy remains largely an untapped source of energy in Australia, comprising approximately four per cent of total energy consumption in contrast to the European Union’s 10 per cent use, and suggests there is significant […]
Know the facts about OPDs and quad bike safety changes
Already in 2020, 14 Australians have been killed in quad bike accidents. At least 267 Australians have died in quad bike related incidents since 2001. On average, there are 16 quad bike related deaths per year. The human toll Quad bikes remain a popular farm vehicle, but the danger they pose can’t be denied. Almost […]
Submission to the Climate Change Authority 2020 review of the Emissions Reduction Fund
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the opportunity to provide asubmission to the Climate Change Authority’s 2020 review of the EmissionsReduction Fund. The Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) is a central policy for the land sector’sparticipation in emissions reduction activities, and has provided substantialbenefits for the sector since its inception. After 10 auctions, it is timely […]
NFF Guidance for Employers: Classification of Long-Term Casual Employees
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has compiled a one pager that contains information about the recent Full Federal Court decision in the matter of WorkPac v Rossato. The decision confirms that employees who were notionally engaged as casuals but can demonstrate that they were working fixed, regular shifts are considered to be permanent employees in […]