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Farmers warn regional fuel squeeze could quickly become a food and animal welfare issue, government action needed


The National Farmers’ Federation says reports from its members across Australia show farmers and fishers in regional communities are increasingly struggling to secure fuel, putting food security and animal welfare at risk. NFF President Hamish McIntyre said that increases in demand had put pressure on fuel retailers in regional areas. “While overall national liquid fuel […]

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2 months ago

NFF appears at parliamentary inquiry on firearms amendments


The below is the opening statement by National Farmers’ Federation Farming Systems Committee Chair, Chris Groves, who appeared before at the public hearing for the Inquiry by the Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security. The Committee is reviewing an Exposure Draft of the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill 2026. The proposed legislation includes contains […]

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4 months ago

NFF Lunch and Learn Series discusses a food security strategy


The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has launched its new ‘NFF Lunch and Learn’ series with a compelling inaugural session centred on Australia’s food security. Held on 30 June 2025, the first event attracted more than 80 participants from across NFF member organisations. The feature presentation was delivered by Andrew Henderson, lead author of the National […]

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11 months ago

Farm Chemicals


The responsible use, monitoring and storage of farm chemicals is of paramount importance to Australia’s farmers, and must be consistently applied across state borders in line with community expectations about safety and sound environmental management. The NFF represents one of the largest groups of legitimate chemical users in Australia. The NFF proposes and supports policies, […]

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12 months ago

Wins in parliament to save farmers millions, highlight the power of farm advocacy


As the second February sitting week wraps up, Australian famers have secured major policy wins across biosecurity, taxation, environment and trade. National Farmers’ Federation President David Jochinke has spent the past sitting fortnight balancing his time between the farm and the halls of Parliament, speaking directly with political leaders. “It’s no secret farmers have faced […]

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14 February 2025

Farmers celebrate the biosecurity tax being scrapped


Farmers across the nation are celebrating the Federal Parliament’s decision to discharge the Biosecurity Protection Levy, effectively binning the tax. National Farmers’ Federation President David Jochinke welcomed the decision and thanked the Minister for Agriculture, Julie Collins, for listening to farmers’ concerns. “This is a huge win for farmers. The Minister and the Senate have […]

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12 February 2025

National Statement on Animal Welfare: A chance to rebuild trust


Comments attributable to NFF President David Jochinke The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) recognises today’s release of the National Statement on Animal Welfare, agreed upon by all agricultural ministers, saying it can be the catalyst to rebuild trust with farmers on animal welfare policy. Animal welfare is fundamental to farmers. As stewards of farm animals, farmers […]

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13 December 2024

First traceability strategy gets the tick from agriculture


Comments attributable to NFF Chief Executive, Tony Mahar The NFF welcomes the inaugural National Agricultural Traceability Strategy 2023 to 2033. The strategy underscores the farm sector’s ambitious goal to be a $100 billion industry by 2030. Australian farmers are already global leaders in producing safe, quality and sustainable food and fibre. However, mounting global demand […]

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14 November 2024

NFF Submission on proposed amendments to Gene Technology regulation


Gene technology has had significant positive impacts in Australian agriculture, including in cotton and grains, and has strong potential to address significant challenges in the future. The NFF supports reforms to modernise Australia’s regulations and adopt a more appropriate risk-based system, which could reduce regulatory burden and help increase adoption of innovative new technologies.  Read […]

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11 November 2024

Paraquat and diquat proposed regulatory decisions


Paraquat and diquat are widely used in Australian agriculture, supporting the production of grains, cotton, horticulture, sugarcane, rice, wine, and variouspastures. Paraquat and diquat products, and product combinations, deliver immense benefits to Australian farmers. The herbicides are critical to minimum- and no-tillage farming practices, allowing farmers to better manage glyphosate resistance in a variety of […]

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7 November 2024

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