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As Australia heads to the polls on 3 May, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is demanding all parties commit to securing the nation’s farming future. “This election comes at a critical moment for Australian agriculture and every family that relies on farmers for affordable food and fibre,” said NFF President David Jochinke. “The choices made […]
28 March 2025
Comments attributable to NFF President, David Jochinke The NFF stands in full support of WA farmers, shearers, truckies and rural and regional communities today, as they convoy through Perth for the second time to protest the Australian Government’s destructive decision to ban live sheep exports by sea. It was June last year that the ban […]
Tags: Rural Affairs, Trade & Economics
Tonight’s Federal Budget underscores just how critical the upcoming election will be to deliver the key investments needed to secure and grow Australian agriculture in an increasingly uncertain environment. National Farmers’ Federation President David Jochinke said this was a chance for the Federal Government to back Australian agriculture and give the economy a much-needed shot […]
25 March 2025
Farmers across the nation are calling for the Federal Government to work with Australian famers in the face of increasing global uncertainly by making strategic investment to drive agricultural productivity and boost national economic growth. National Farmers’ Federation President David Jochinke said uncertainty in global markets and rising household costs were weighing heavily on Australians, […]
Tags: Trade & Economics
24 March 2025
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes today’s release of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) Supermarkets Inquiry Final Report, which confirms that market imbalances could have long-term consequences for Australia’s fresh produce sector. NFF President David Jochinke said the report’s independence and thorough evidence gathering reinforce concerns raised by producers. “The fact that the […]
Tags: Trade & Economics
21 March 2025
The final report of the Supermarket Inquiry from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) warns Coles’ and Woolworths’ exercise of market power and preservation of their information advantage over fresh produce suppliers will have significant long-term consequences for the efficiency and sustainability of Australia’s fresh produce sector. In response, the ACCC reserves over half […]
The intended purpose of the Knowledge Bank as stated by DCCEEW is problematic and misses the broader purpose of its creation. The purpose of the Knowledge Bank is to serve as an information resource for farmers and land holders to inform business decisions, whether this results in activities that reduce emissions and store carbon specifically […]
18 March 2025
By NFF President, David ‘DJ’ Jochinke Australia’s regions are the engine room of our nation – driving our economy and home to the farms that grow the food and fibre we all rely on daily. From the paddocks of our farm in western Victoria, I see more than crops and livestock. I see modern farming […]
Tags: Farm Business, Policy Reform
A major coalition has sent a powerful message calling for immediate action to address the mental health crisis in agriculture. More than 30 rural and healthcare organisations have joined forces for the first time to launch a joint statement to address the crisis disproportionally affecting people in agriculture. Ahead of a federal budget and election, […]
Tags: Farm Business, Federal Election, Policy Reform
17 March 2025
The National Farmers’ Federation’s submission to the Fair Work Ombudsman’s review of the definition of ‘small business employer’. NFF has considered the Consultation Paper FWO provided on 11 December 2024 and make these comments and recommendations in response. Full submission here.
14 March 2025
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