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Nature Repair (Enhancing Native Vegetation) Methodology Determination 2025
In recognition that more options are a positive outcome for landholders, the NFF expresses our in-principle support for the development of a methodology for enhancing native vegetation on farm. Currently, the proposed methodology for enhancing native vegetation falls short ofGovernment’s intended vision and aspiration of a Nature Repair Market. There areseveral instances where significant improvements […]
Request for Information for Australian Bushland Program Strategic Property Purchases
NFF understands that there is an approximate shortfall of 5.31% under the 30% target for land. Progress must not come at the expense of agricultural land. This principle is already reflected in Commonwealth policy, including Strategic Objective Two of the Agriculture and Land Sector Plan. We also note that the former Minister for the Environment and Water, […]
Inquiry into the Value of Skilled Migration to Australia
Skilled migrants can play a supporting role in agribusiness, particularly in specialised areas such as agronomy, farm management, machinery maintenance and agricultural-technology implementation. However, given that a large portion of farm work is seasonal, unskilled or semi-skilled, a sustainable workforce is our primary concern rather than where it is sourced from. From a cultural or […]
National Statement on First Nations in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
The NFF is a genuine and willing partner in supporting the advancement of Indigenous peoples in agriculture, fisheries and forestry. The NFF believes a National Statement, properly consulted and framed, can play a part in this advancement. The NFF’s full submission can be found here.
Farmers within a bee’s whisker of $100 billion
Comments attributable to NFF President Hamish McIntyre The 2030 Roadmap’s $100 billion target has long been our sector’s north star and it’s exciting to see farmers are on track to hit it ahead of time. Today’s ABARES forecast shows agricultural production is on track to reach a record $99.5 billion this year (FY2025-26), a rise […]
Triple Zero Service Outage Inquiry
For many farmers and rural communities, poor connectivity means that having no reliable way to reach emergency services or assistance can be an everyday reality. Practical solutions exist that would reduce these risks and strengthen safety for those living and working in rural Australia. The NFF implores this inquiry not only to address the serious risks […]
Productivity Commission’s Harnessing Data and Digital Technology Inquiry
Australian farmers rely on digital technologies and farm data to drive productivity, manage risk, demonstrate sustainability, and respond to evolving market expectations. The NFF urges the Productivity Commission to consider a combination of regulatory reform and practical support in order to establish a coordinated, farmer-first data access environment in Australia. The NFF’s full submission can […]
Proposed Changes to Round 3 of the On Farm Connectivity Program (OFCP)
The NFF strongly supports the OFCP as a key mechanism to address the significant and often prohibitive cost of connectivity for Australian farmers and, in turn, a key mechanism to boost the sustainability and productivity of the agriculture sector. The NFF provided detailed feedback on proposed changes to Round 3 of the Program. The NFF’s […]
Environment Protection Reform Bill 2025 and Six Related Bills
NFF supports reforms that deliver environmental protections, faster and efficient approval processes, and more transparency and integrity around environmental decision-making. We do not support the passage of legislation as currently drafted. Several amendments are required to ensure that reforms deliver better outcomes for business and achieve overarching EPBC Act objectives to protect the environment and […]