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NFF welcomes Labor’s support for fixed wireless and satellite investment


The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes Labor’s support for the recently announced investments into expanding the NBN Co. (nbn) fixed wireless network. “I am pleased the Shadow Minister for Communications, Michelle Rowland, has also committed to implementing the recently announced nbn fixed wireless investment plan, which is welcome news to regional Australians,” NFF Telecommunications Committee […]

30 March 2022


Steady Budget acknowledges regional potential


The Government has heeded the NFF’s call for strategic investment to kick start the renewal of regional Australia in tonight’s Federal Budget.Two billion dollars will be directed to a wide-ranging Regional Accelerator Program, that includes investment in modern manufacturing, export expansion, supply chain resilience, education infrastructure, and hubs to assist farmers to adopt digital technologies.NFF […]

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Farmers look forward to hosting Vietnamese Ag Visa holders


Vietnamese workers will likely be the first cohort of Ag Visa holders working on farm with the Government today confirming the south east nation as the first country to partner on the Visa. NFF Chief Executive Tony Mahar said the development was hugely positive news for the agriculture sector. “The partnership with Vietnam signals the […]

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28 March 2022


New dollars for fixed wireless a win for farmers and regional Australia


The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) and the Regional, Rural and Remote Communications Coalition (RRRCC) have commended today’s joint announcement by the Federal Government and NBN Co. (nbn) to invest an additional $750 million to expand the nbn fixed wireless network. “Today’s commitment will see significant improvements in connectivity options, upload and download speeds, and data […]

22 March 2022


NFF backs changes to recognise carbon credits as farm income


The National Farmers’ Federation has praised Federal Government changes to see Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) and biodiversity credits treated as farm income. Agriculture Minister David Littleproud today announced the Government would make the adjustment to the primary production definition of ACCUs and biodiversity credits. NFF Chief Executive Tony Mahar said the change was due […]

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21 March 2022


Bowen backs NFF’s call for better compensation & consultation in regional renewable energy transmission


The National Farmers Federation has welcomed remarks by Labor’s energy spokesperson, Chris Bowen about the importance of compensation and genuine, early consultation with communities and landholders in the development of renewable energy transmission infrastructure. Mr Bowen directly referenced the NFF in his address to the Energy Networks Australia Conference today, where he committed Labor to […]

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18 March 2022


Infrastructure report adds weight to NFF blueprint for regional renewal


The National Farmers’ Federation welcomes today’s release of Infrastructure Australia’s Regional Strengths and Infrastructure Gaps report, which aligns with the NFF blueprint for regional renewal. On March 1, the NFF launched its Regional Development Precincts, which identified 20 regional centres and recommended more than $1.4 billion in new investment to guarantee their vibrant future. “It’s […]

17 March 2022


Future women agriculture leaders program launches on IWD


To celebrate International Women’s Day, the National Farmers Federation is opening applications for its flagship Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program. The program is designed to increase the representation of women in leadership positions in Australian agriculture and achieve the NFF’s goal to double the number of women in agriculture’s leadership ranks by 2030. NFF President Fiona […]

8 March 2022


Faster progress needed on Ag Visa negotiations


National Farmers’ Federation President Fiona Simson has implored the Government to expand its focus when negotiating partner countries for the Ag Visa. Speaking at a NSW Farm Writers event in Sydney today, Ms Simson said faster progress was needed on the visa, as announced by the Government last September. “We welcomed the Government’s committment, led […]

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7 March 2022


Farmers encouraged to sign up for assessment of their farm’s natural values


The National Farmers’ Federation is responding to farmer needs by supporting the development of a farm-friendly tool that shows how the natural resources of soil, waterways, productive plants, animals, and ecological health can be connected and accounted for, in terms of farm productivity and profit.  “Together with our partners, we are launching an exciting program […]

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3 March 2022


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