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As the Nation prepares for an austere Federal Budget tomorrow, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is urging the Government to ensure any measures will not adversely affect a sector that is vital to sustaining the country’s future. During his tour of regional Australia earlier this year, the Prime Minister acknowledged the vital role that agriculture […]
12 May 2014
With growing speculation of an increase in the fuel excise, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is calling on the Federal Government to provide a corresponding increase in the off-road fuel rebate available to farmers. NFF CEO Matt Linnegar has cautioned the government not to lift the fuel excise, without a complementary increase in the off-road […]
9 May 2014
The NFF’s 2 May 2014 Submission to the Inquiry into Country of Origin Food Labelling understands that country of origin labelling is a complex task. However, the NFF is of the view that the current food labelling system is failing to meets its policy objective by contributing to a level of confusion among consumers, rather […]
Tags: Biosecurity, health and welfare
8 May 2014
Building the ongoing financial resilience of Australian farm businesses is a key focus at the inaugural Farm Finance Forum, hosted by the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) and Suncorp Bank in Canberra today. Chaired by the Australian Farm Institute’s Executive Director Mick Keogh, the forum brings together a group of key thought leaders with practical experience […]
7 May 2014
The nation’s peak body representing farmers, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF), today welcomed legal proceedings launched by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) against Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd and Grocery Holdings Pty Ltd (together, Coles), over its alleged treatment of suppliers. The ACCC has alleged that in 2011, Coles sought to boost earnings […]
5 May 2014
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has expressed initial concern in relation to some of the recommendations in the National Commission of Audit report released this afternoon, after early consideration of the report’s recommendations. Chief Executive of the NFF, Mr Matt Linnegar, says that the NFF acknowledges the compelling case for a rethink of the respective […]
1 May 2014
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has voiced serious concerns about speculation of proposed cuts to the current rebate farmers can claim for off-road use of fuel, under the Fuel Tax Credit Scheme. Under the Scheme, the Government provides a rebate of the excise and customs duty paid on certain fuels purchased for specific off-road uses. […]
30 April 2014
The NFF’s 30 April 2014 submission outlines the NFF’s position regarding the independent review of integrity in the subclass 457 visa programme announced by the Assistant Minister for Immigration and Border Protection, Senator the Hon. Michaelia Cash on 25 February 2014.
Tags: Workforce
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is encouraging the Australian Government to continue supporting the role of an independent authority to drive national water reform. The call comes amidst speculation that the National Water Commission could be on the chopping block as the Government prepares for the next Federal budget. Chair of the NFF Water Taskforce, […]
28 April 2014
The National Farmers’ Federation Grains Policy Council (NFFGPC) met yesterday in Sydney, focusing on issues high on the agenda of grain growers across the country. Interim Chair, Matt Linnegar, said that grain growers deserved a strong national voice and that yesterday was another step towards that goal. “All members of the NFFGPC are focused on […]
23 April 2014
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