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The National Farmers’ Federation congratulates Anthony Albanese and the ALP on their re-election. NFF President David Jochinke said the agricultural sector stands ready to work constructively with the Government. “We look forward to continuing our engagement with Prime Minister Albanese and the Ministry team on the issues that matter to farmers and the rural communities […]
Tags: Economics & Farm Business, Workforce
5 May 2025
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is urging politicians to keep a focus on drought conditions being felt across many areas of the country. NFF President David Jochinke said it was imperative that whoever formed Government on 3 May 2025, understood the reality being faced by many producers. “Producers in large parts of South Australia and […]
Tags: Economics & Farm Business, Environment & Climate Change
3 May 2025
A coalition appealing for urgent mental health action in the agricultural sector has reached 50 members. The major coalition has called on the Federal Government to make an immediate investment of $50 million over five years to support mental health in agriculture. The Coalition for Mental Health and Wellbeing in Agriculture issued its inaugural joint […]
Tags: Economics & Farm Business
1 May 2025
The methodology’s structure must remain focused on its core purpose, which is to deliver verifiable carbon abatement under the ACCU Scheme. It must not be a mechanism for broader revegetation or conservation goals. The methodology risks creating a de-facto permanent reforested estate, with long-term land-use implications extending well beyond the project lifecycle. This outcome would […]
30 April 2025
Australia’s peak farm body has acknowledged the release of the Coalition’s agriculture policy – as Australians prepare to head to the polls on Saturday. NFF President David Jochinke said the Plan for Agriculture – combined with the Coalition’s policies on water – promised to deliver several of the NFF’s election priorities related to food security, […]
Tags: Economics & Farm Business, Environment & Climate Change
Comments attributable to NFF Horticulture Council Chair Jolyon Burnett: As we enter the closing stages of the 2025 Federal Election campaign, it is good to see both major political parties—Labor and the Coalition—recognising the critical importance of the horticulture sector to Australia’s food security, economic prosperity, and environmental sustainability. The NFF Horticulture Council’s election platform, […]
Tags: Economics & Farm Business, Rural Communities
29 April 2025
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has today released its 2025 Federal Election Scorecard, revealing how the major parties stack up when it comes to agriculture and regional Australia. NFF President David Jochinke said farmers – and all Australians who care about where their food and fibre comes from – would head to the ballot box […]
Tags: Economics & Farm Business, Environment & Climate Change, Workforce
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the Coalition today backing a National Food Security Strategy, cementing bipartisan support for this critical election priority. NFF President David Jochinke said it was a proud moment for national farm advocacy. “We’ve fought hard for this commitment, not only working with our members but with other organisations along […]
Tags: Trade
24 April 2025
TThe National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed bipartisan support for a $2.5 million commitment to save lives on farms following a horror year of fatalities. The latest AgHealth Australia data shows a concerning spike in 2024: 72 deaths and 133 people seriously injured – more than double the previous year. NFF President David Jochinke said […]
Tags: Workforce
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has raised alarm bells over election policies on animal welfare, revealed in an activist-led Federal Election scorecard. The Australian Alliance for Animals claims in a pre-election policy review that Labor and the Greens have made several major promises on animal welfare without informing the Australian public – or consulting the […]
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