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Members of the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) have voted against the relocation of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) at a meeting in Adelaide today. The decision follows a proposal by the federal Minister for Agriculture to relocate the APVMA to Armidale or Toowoomba. The proposal also includes plans to relocate the Grains […]
19 June 2015
At a Members’ Council meeting of the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) in Adelaide this week, Members have overwhelmingly endorsed ongoing efforts toward a unified model for Australian farmers, paving the way for more effective representation of farmers across the country. NFF President, Brent Finlay, said securing the future of Australian agriculture requires a holistic, unified […]
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the announcement from the Government on the Developing Northern Australia white paper which is to be formally launched in Cairns on Friday. NFF Chief Executive Simon Talbot said agriculture is intrinsically interwoven into the economic, social and environmental fabric of Northern Australia and a strong agricultural sector is vital […]
18 June 2015
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) congratulates Minister Andrew Robb and the Government on the signing of the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (FTA) today. This agreement will further cement Australian agriculture’s place in the fastest growing and largest market in the world and will provide billions of dollars in export value to Australian farmers. NFF President […]
17 June 2015
ABARES latest Agricultural Commodity Report has forecast that farm output will reach a record $53.7 billion in 2015-16. The 3.1 per cent increase is expected to be driven by strong global demand for livestock along with increased production across a range of crops including sugar and barley. The industry will benefit from a lower Australian […]
16 June 2015
The NFF’s June 2015 submission highlights that Australia’s continued economic wellbeing depends on all levels of government facilitating an environment that drives economic growth and ensures current living standards can continue while protecting the prosperity of future generations. A range of measures will be required to meet the economic challenges ahead. This review of taxation […]
Tags: Farm Business
On behalf of the Australian farming community, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) sends its condolences to Molly and her family on the passing of Phillip Toyne AO. In 1989, the NFF and the Australian Conservation Foundation convinced the Hawke Federal Government to support a movement that would engage communities across Australia in activities to reverse […]
15 June 2015
Overseas workers play a small but important part in the Australian agriculture sector. Many agricultural industries are characterised by seasonal work, harvesting perishable goods destined for domestic and international markets. These industries are commonly located in regional or remote areas where demand for labour is high during peak seasons and labour supply is limited. Recent […]
Tags: Workforce
On behalf of the Australian farming community, the National Farmers’ Federation welcomes the appointment of Mr Daryl Quinlivan as Secretary of the Department of Agriculture. Mr Quinlivan comes to the role with significant experience in Government. His appointment comes at an exciting time for Australian agriculture, as we await the release of the Agricultural Competitiveness […]
11 June 2015
Represent Australian Agriculture at the highest level •Be a leader in the development of “True Aussie” Australia’s agriculture export brand •High profile media engagement •Flexible location Canberra/Sydney/Melbourne The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF), is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the role of Head of Marketing and Communications. The NFF represents farmers and, more broadly, […]
9 June 2015
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