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NFF urges parliament to side with farmers on biosecurity levy


The National Farmers’ Federation is sending a message to politicians to do the right thing by Australian farmers as debate on the controversial Biosecurity Protection Levy kicks off in the House of Representatives today. NFF President David Jochinke said despite the mounting evidence the levy was poor policy and should be scrapped, the Government had […]

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Supermarkets gouge growers millions in rebates alone


The Senate Select Committee on Supermarket Prices continues its hearings in Melbourne today, having heard repeated incidences of poor – if not unconscionable – behaviour by supermarkets from consumers and growers alike in Hobart and yesterday in Orange.  Chair of the NFF Horticulture Council Jolyon Burnett said evidence and testimony from growers and industry representatives had […]

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6 days ago


National forum tackles farmer mental health


Leaders in agriculture and mental health will meet today at a national forum to zero in on farmer mental health and wellbeing and what needs to be done. National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is convening the forum in Melbourne following a survey last year revealing almost a third of farmers reported a decline in their mental […]

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NFF celebrates International Women’s Day opening applications for Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program


To celebrate International Women’s Day 2024, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) proudly launches applications for its flagship Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program. The program provides mentoring for aspiring female leaders who want to influence the future of Australian agriculture. Open to 12 participants nationwide, the program provides a unique opportunity for women to clarify their […]

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2 weeks ago


Farmers fear impacts of Federal ‘ute tax’


Australia’s peak farm body has today called for amendments to proposed vehicle emissions standards – warning the Government’s preferred policy could lump farmers with impacts such as price increases.  NFF President David Jochinke said farmers could be penalised for not having low emissions vehicle options available.  “We’re working hard as a sector to lower our […]

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NFF calls on Canberra to turn around agriculture’s productivity slump


Today’s ABARES Snapshot of Australian Agriculture shows how the farm sector has positioned itself as a powerhouse in the nation’s economy, but alarm bells are ringing over the already slowing productivity rate which is only predicted to worsen. The report shows the gross value of agricultural production has increased by about 51% in the past […]

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Supermarket inquiry announces dates to hear horror stories


The Senate Select Committee on Supermarket Prices has announced an initial set of dates to hear stories about bad behaviour by supermarkets. The first round of hearings will be in Hobart this Thursday 7 March, then Orange on 12 March and Melbourne at Tullamarine on 13 March. Further dates may be announced at the discretion of […]

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2 weeks ago


Insights needed to develop Indigenous agriculture products


A new initiative to elevate Indigenous agricultural products and practices is calling for contributions to help shape the framework. The Indigenous Agricultural Product Framework project is being delivered in partnership between the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF), the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) and the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF). NFF President David […]

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2 weeks ago


NFF urges ministers to act now to overhaul energy project engagement


The NFF urges Australia’s energy ministers to address the fierce discontent in farming communities over energy companies’ community engagement failures. Ahead of tomorrow’s Energy and Climate Ministerial Council meeting, NFF President David Jochinke said the lack of community engagement was not a new problem and it had been almost a month since the Energy Infrastructure […]

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3 weeks ago


Government snubs expert advice on Biosecurity Levy


Farmers across Australia have been left bamboozled this morning by the Government’s attempt to legislate a new tax on farmers, despite a tidal wave of expert criticism. The Albanese Government this morning tabled new laws to establish the ‘Biosecurity Protection Levy’ – intended to raise $50 million from farmers to bankroll activities that assist importers, […]

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3 weeks ago


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