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The NFF, broader agriculture industry and the Australian Government have a target of growing Australian agriculture to $100 billion by 2030. Achieving this target, through improved competitiveness, is a shared responsibility and requires commitment from all levels of government and all agricultural industries. Read more here.
Tags: Innovation
26 November 2021
Access to quality telecommunications services is an essential part of modern life, underpinning social connectivity and the delivery of many essential services. Digital connectivity is also central to economic growth and industry competitiveness, and there is much to be gained by improving and expanding connectivity in regional Australia – both for agricultural businesses and for […]
Tags: Innovation
The NFF recognises the importance of food labelling and associated regulation in achieving our shared ambition of reaching $100 billion in farm gate output by 2030. To this end, NFF supports regulatory reform efforts that modernise and contemporise the FSANZ Act and to reduce, where possible, the regulatory burden imposed by the FSANZ Act. NFF […]
Australian farmers need access to the latest technology available now, as well as the capability to implement technology in the future, much of which is yet to be developed. The ability to deliver reliable, affordable, quality telecommunications could boost the value of agriculture by around 25% ($20.3 billion) and lift the Australian economy by an […]
Tags: Innovation
Harnessing technology is critical for Australian agriculture in order to reach our goal of becoming a $100 billion industry by 2030. The NFF’s 2030 Roadmap Pillar ‘Unlocking Innovation‘ identifies the role of disruptive technology and its potential to unlock new waves of agricultural productivity growth. Read more here.
Tags: Innovation
The National Farmers Federation has applauded the appointment of Ms Su McCluskey as the first Special Representative for Australian Agriculture. The objective of the newly-created role is to boost Australia’s presence and influence in the agricultural institutions that shape farmers’ access to export markets. “The establishment of Special Representative for Australian Agriculture position was strongly […]
Tags: Innovation
24 November 2021
The thirty-sixth meeting of the National Farmers’ Federation Members Council and the 2021 NFF Annual General Meeting were held via video connection yesterday. Little more than a week since the conclusion of negotiations at the Glasgow Climate Conference, delegates were provided with a comprehensive briefing on the process and outcomes of negotiations and the impact […]
Today the House of Representatives debated the importance of regional connectivity. The Regional Rural and Remote Communications Coalition (RRRCC) welcomed the introduction of Rebekah Sharkie’s motion, which was debated on Monday afternoon. Last month the RRRCC conducted their third delegation promoting the updated RRRCC goals document, which raises strategies for creating better connectivity for regional, […]
Tags: Farm Business, Innovation
23 November 2021
The National Farmers Federation has welcomed the announcement by the Prime Minister that eligible visa holders, including working holiday makers and international skilled workers, will be able to enter Australia from December 1. It comes as the agriculture labour workforce shortage has only exacerbated since border lockdowns began in March 2020. “The controlled and COVID-safe […]
Tags: Farm Business
Australia’s peak farm body has ridiculed a policy proposal to scrap the Fuel Tax Credits Scheme – reportedly being floated by Andrew Forrest – saying it would be devastating to regional Australia.National Farmers’ Federation Chief Executive, Tony Mahar, said it was bad policy that would damage livelihoods in country areas.“Fuel tax credits exist to fix […]
Tags: Environment, Farm Business
22 November 2021
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