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The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the Net Zero Australia study report, which recognises the need for a fair transition to a carbon neutral future – and not at the expense of agriculture. The NFF was on the report’s advisory group and President Fiona Simson said agriculture had been listened to, but it was important […]
Tags: Environment
20 April 2023
Reversing the live sheep trade phase out commitment, pursuing housing options for regional Australia, and extending the instant asset write off are some of the big issues agriculture will press the Federal Government on following a meeting of national farm leaders in Canberra this week. The NFF Members’ Council brought together the key industry bodies […]
19 April 2023
Self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) are a common tool in Australian agriculture to manage assets and use agricultural land to provide retirement income. Given the highly cyclical nature of Australian agriculture, the impact of the proposed changes will have an outsized impact on farmers who have agricultural assets within their SMSF. While exact figures are unavailable, […]
Tags: economic
12 April 2023
Comments attributable to National Farmers’ Federation Chief Executive, Tony Mahar We welcome the announcement from Ministers Penny Wong and Don Farrell on the expedited review of duties on Australian barley. China is an important market for Australian farmers, taking about 60-70% of our barley exports. The constructive approach the countries have taken to progress this […]
Competitive and dynamic industries are fundamental to the long-term prosperity of all Australians. Australian agriculture provides a key example of the role individual businesses can play to increase the economic dynamism and strength of local and national economies. However, increased market concentration and the exploitation of market power is threatening the long-term viability of many […]
Tags: economic
11 April 2023
Farmers are today congratulating federal biosecurity officials following reports of a major biosecurity operation which seized 38 tonnes of illegal meat and animal products. NFF President, Fiona Simson, said the operation, which saw raids on facilities in Western Sydney, is an important example of how Australia’s biosecurity services protect our community, environment and economy. “That […]
Tags: Biosecurity, health and welfare
4 April 2023
The NFF recognises the extraordinarily challenging and uncertain nature of the global and domestic economic environment. In the medium-term, Australian farmers face a decline in gross production value, with a return to drier conditions and weakening global commodity prices. The NFF recommends that the Commission seriously considers these issues when making their determination until economic […]
Tags: Workforce
As the Fair Work Commission considers submissions for the annual Wage Review, farmers are calling for a cautious approach that considers the unrelenting economic challenges facing the industry. National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) Chief Executive Officer Tony Mahar said workers were entitled to the right to earn a fair and liveable wage, but a balance must […]
Tags: Farm Business, Workforce
Farmers are today congratulating federal biosecurity officials following reports of a major biosecurity operation which seized 38 tonnes of illegal meat and animal products. NFF President, Fiona Simson, said the operation, which saw raids on facilities in Western Sydney, is an important example of how Australia’s biosecurity services protect our community, environment and economy. “That […]
Tags: Biosecurity, health and welfare
3 April 2023
Robust traceability standards, systems and technologies are centric to ensuring consumers’ continued confidence in Australian agricultural products. The National Agricultural Traceability Strategy (the Strategy) will bolster Australia’s capacity to demonstrate the quality, safety and sustainability of our agricultural products at a time when consumers and international trading partners are demanding increased transparency over agricultural supply […]
Tags: economic
31 March 2023
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