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The National Farmers’ Federation has congratulated Trade Minister Don Farrell for turning down an EU trade offer that would have disadvantaged Aussie farmers. Speaking following the briefing of industry representatives in Osaka, NFF President David Jochinke said the Minister had made the right call for Australia. “Today’s decision was a hard one, but ultimately it […]
Tags: economic
30 October 2023
Digital and agtech adoption on Australian farms has been held back by connectivity issues and digital literacy, but this complex landscape will now be easier to navigate with the launch of the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) On Farm Connectivity Information Service. The independent Information Service will provide free, practical, tailored support for farmers through the […]
Tags: telecommunications
27 October 2023
Representatives from along the fresh produce supply chain and independent experts will join a panel, hosted by the NFF Horticulture Council, to explore shared competition policy reform priorities and opportunities at the NFF Conference today. The panel comprises spokespersons from the Australian Council of Trades Unions (ACTU), Apple and Pears Australia Ltd, Master Grocers of […]
Tags: horticulture
An unprecedented campaign against anti-farming policies has been launched today by new NFF President David Jochinke in his first day in the role. Speaking in Canberra at the National Farmers’ Federation National Conference, Mr Jochinke called on parliamentarians to stand up against policies which threaten to slash billions from farm production. “Farmers have always put […]
Tags: Biosecurity, health and welfare, economic, Environment, Farm Business, horticulture, Workforce
26 October 2023
Farmers, agricultural leaders and 35 program partners from across Australia have today seen 12 extraordinary women from a cross-section of professional and personal experience take their leadership journey to the next level, graduating from the National Farmers’ Federation Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program. The graduation, coinciding with the NFF’s National Conference, showcased the growth in […]
Tags: leadership
Victorian grain and livestock producer David Jochinke has been elected President of the National Farmers’ Federation, succeeding Fiona Simson who steps down after seven years in the role. Hailing from Murra Warra in western Victoria, Mr Jochinke has served as Vice President of the NFF since 2017, and previously served as President of the Victorian […]
25 October 2023
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the Minister for Agriculture Murray Watt’s $268 million commitment for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program. NFF Chief Executive Tony Mahar said the funding, committed over four years, was a critical investment to increase activities to stop the spread and eradicate Red Imported Fire Ants in Australia. “It cannot […]
Tags: Biosecurity, health and welfare
23 October 2023
Farmers are urging the Australian Government not to sign an impending trade deal with the European Union unless major improvements are put on the table for Aussie farmers. Preliminary negotiations are underway in Brussels this week ahead of a meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Trade Ministers’ meeting in Osaka next week. NFF President […]
Tags: economic
Comments attributable to NFF Chief Executive, Tony Mahar The National Farmers’ Federation welcomes news Parliament has agreed to a Senate Inquiry into Red Fire Ants and Varroa mite. It cannot be understated how much damage these two major threats pose to Australian agriculture, Australia’s environment and society at large. The Inquiry will examine what the […]
Tags: Biosecurity, health and welfare
19 October 2023
The National Farmers’ Federation supports Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Murray Watt’s announcement the Australian Government will sign on to the International Drought Resilience Alliance (IDRA). NFF President Fiona Simson said as a country characterised by drought and seasonal volatility, greater collaboration was essential to supporting Australian farmers manage their farm businesses and landscapes […]
Tags: Farm Business
18 October 2023
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