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The Federal Government has released draft legislation for the Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation (UOMO), alongside its long-awaited response to the 2024 Regional Telecommunications Review. National Farmers’ Federation Telecommunications Committee Chair Peter Thompson said connectivity is essential to the productivity, sustainability and liveability of Australia’s farms and rural communities. “Australian agriculture is constantly chasing productivity gains. […]
Tags: telecommunications
1 month ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has acknowledged the 2035 climate target and the Agriculture and Land Sector Plan, announced by the Prime Minister, Treasurer and Minister for Climate Change and Energy today. NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey said climate action is vital, and agriculture is already actively contributing. “It’s encouraging to see our nation […]
1 month ago
Nominations for the position of President and two Directors of the National Farmers’ Federation have now closed. An election process for contested positions will now be undertaken, with results to be announced at the NFF’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 20 October 2025. The following nominations have been received. Nominations for the position of President […]
Tags: Farm Business
1 month ago
National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) President David Jochinke is taking part in the Ninth Australia–China High Level Dialogue in Beijing. China is Australia’s largest single export destination for agriculture, fisheries and forestry products, and a critical partner for agriculture. With 70% of Australian farm production exported, China is key trading partner for many Australia agricultural commodities […]
Tags: Trade and Economic
1 month ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the Federal Government’s $1.1 billion Cleaner Fuels Program, describing it as a significant investment to stimulate the domestic production of low-carbon liquid fuels (LCLF). NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey joined the Treasurer and Minister Bowen at the announcement. Ms McCluskey said being at today’s announcement demonstrates the […]
Tags: Trade and Economic
1 month ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the review of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme Deed and Guidelines as a chance to reduce red tape and make the scheme work better for farmers and workers alike. The PALM scheme deed and guidelines were implemented in June 2023. This specific review will examine the impact of […]
Tags: Workforce
1 month ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the review of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme Deed and Guidelines as a chance to reduce red tape and make the scheme work better for farmers and workers alike. NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey said the PALM scheme was now an essential part of Australia’s […]
Tags: Workforce
1 month ago
Last chance to secure your spot at AgXchange Australia with just one week until the bush meets the beach and the future of farming takes centre stage. From September 23-25, more than 50 high-impact speakers will converge for the National Farmers’ Federation’s biennial flagship event. Expect a roll call of familiar names and sharp, fresh […]
Tags: Farm Business, Natural Resource Management, Rural Affairs, Trade and Economic, Workforce
1 month ago
Progress against Australia’s legislated 2030 target is on-track, with current projections from the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water (DCCEEW) indicating a 42.6-42.7% decrease below 2005 levels by 2030. While the national trajectory remains on-track, the underlying policy environment for agriculture remains fragmented. To support a just transition, the Commonwealth needs […]
Tags: Workforce
2 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has announced a refreshed approach to this year’s National Agriculture Day celebrations – and this Friday the public can find out how they can get behind it. NFF President David Jochinke said this year’s theme, Stand with the Land, honours the sector’s trials and tribulations. “We’ve given Ag Day this […]
2 months ago
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