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NFF, Solomon Islands agree on PALM importance and improvements


The National Farmer’s Federation (NFF) and Solomon Islands have reinforced the importance of the PALM worker scheme, in a landmark meeting. The Solomon Island’s High Commissioner, His Excellency Robert Sisilo, was welcomed to NFF House this week. NFF President David Jochinke said the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme was an important mechanism for both […]

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NFF members lead advocacy reform process


The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has reached an important stage of its member-led reform process, with the release of a “once in a generation” discussion paper at today’s Members’ Council. The paper will guide the next phase of consultations to modernise the Federation’s governance, membership structure, and policy advocacy model. NFF President David Jochinke said […]

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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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NFF welcomes PM’s push for Ag improvements in EU-FTA


The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed comments by the Prime Minister outlining the importance of agriculture to any prospective free trade deal with the European Union (EU).    The NFF welcomed talks between Prime Minister Albanese and EU President, Ursula von der Leyen, in Italy, but stressed the importance of improved agricultural market access, and […]

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Woolworths partners with the NFF to back young farmer changemakers


The race to a $100 billion Australian agriculture industry by 2030 is on. And for the first time, Woolworths and the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) are seeking the nation’s most innovative minds to lead the charge.  Joining forces to launch the AgriEmpower Scholarship, Woolworths and the NFF are investing $400,000 over the next four years […]

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Twelve women join NFF’s leadership program 


The National Farmers’ Federation’s (NFF) Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program has today welcomed twelve women to its esteemed ranks.   The mentoring and networking program is the NFF’s flagship initiative to address the under representation of women in agriculture’s leadership ranks.   NFF President David Jochinke said it was a very competitive selection process for the 2025 […]

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NFF welcomes Albanese ministry


The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement of his ministry, with Julie Collins returning as the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry portfolio, and Anthony Chisholm continuing as Assistant Minister. NFF President David Jochinke said both Ministers Collins and Chisholm brought valuable experience and a sound understanding of the industry’s challenges […]

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Farmers ready to work with re-elected Labor Government


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 […]

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NFF calls on federal leaders to show up on drought


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 […]

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Fifty farmer groups call for mental health action 


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 […]

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