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Farmers across the nation are celebrating the Federal Parliament’s decision to discharge the Biosecurity Protection Levy, effectively binning the tax. National Farmers’ Federation President David Jochinke welcomed the decision and thanked the Minister for Agriculture, Julie Collins, for listening to farmers’ concerns. “This is a huge win for farmers. The Minister and the Senate have […]
Tags: Biosecurity, health and welfare, Farm Business
3 months ago
The NFF Horticulture Council has today drawn a line in the sand, tasking national food safety regulators with taking a long hard look at themselves. Chair of the Council Jolyon Burnett has written to Commonwealth, State and Territory members of the Food Ministers’ Meeting, calling on them to instigate an independent review into the development […]
Tags: horticulture, horticulture council
3 months ago
The below is the opening statement by National Farmers’ Federation Acting CEO Charlie Thomas, who appeared before the 3G Shutdown Senate Inquiry Public Hearing late yesterday. Thank you for the opportunity to appear today. The livelihoods of Australian farming families are intrinsically tied to accessible, reliable, affordable, and high-quality connectivity. Telstra and Optus commenced the […]
Tags: Rural Affairs
3 months ago
Today the Joint Standing Committee on Treaties is holding a public hearing on the UAE CEPA today. The below is the opening statement by National Farmers’ Federation General Manager of Economics and Trade, Chris Young who will appear at noon today. Thank you for the opportunity to appear today. The success of agriculture in Australia […]
Tags: Trade and Economic
3 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation’s flagship conference is back with a bold new look and a fresh new location. Mark September 23-25 in your calendars for AgXchange Australia, set to take place on the Gold Coast. NFF President David Jochinke said it was the first time in many years the nation’s premier agricultural networking event […]
3 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation has applauded the National Small Business Strategy backing right to repair “especially in agriculture and farming” as part of much needed competition policy reforms. NFF President David Jochinke said the Strategy acknowledged what farmers had been clearly saying – right to repair could help ease cost pressures, lift productivity and improve […]
3 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) appreciates the opportunity provided by the Department to provide feedback regarding the nineteen sunsetting methodologies under the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme. Nineteen ACCU Scheme methodologies are due to sunset between present-day and 1 April 2026. The NFF is formally seeking that the following methodologies are retained and/or remade: […]
Tags: Natural Resource Management
3 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is pleased to announce Troy Williams’ appointment as its new Chief Executive, effective 3 March 2025. His leadership will focus on delivering measurable outcomes for the agricultural sector and NFF’s member organisations, ensuring farmers remain at the forefront of national policy and reform. “Troy is recognised for his exceptional ability […]
4 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation’s flagship gap-year program AgCAREERSTART has begun for another year, with dozens of young people kicking off their agricultural careers this week. AgCAREERSTART connects farmers with 17-25 year olds who are looking to work on Australian farms. Participants are provided a job, dedicated pastoral support, training and development grants, and […]
Tags: AgCAREERSTART, Workforce
4 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has received the final report from Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) into the future of our food supply chain workforce. NFF President David Jochinke said the report had failed to provide the workforce data needed to underpin policy and business decisions – which was the problem the Government had […]
Tags: Workforce
4 months ago
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