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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
26 November 2021
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
Today, on National Agriculture Day, the National Farmers’ Federation is announcing AgCAREERSTART. AgCAREERSTART is a pilot, 24-month program for school leavers to try a job in agriculture and experience the unique opportunities the sector has to offer. An agriculture gap year has been a central component of the NFF’s 2030 Roadmap. “We’re pleased to be […]
Tags: Innovation
19 November 2021
Developing the next breakthrough wheat variety, mustering the boundary of an outback cattle station, improving Australia’s soil health, negotiating trade deals – the career opportunities in agriculture are endless! On this National Agriculture Day, the National Farmers’ Federation is encouraging Aussies to picture themselves in a career in our nation’s most important industry. “COVID-19 has […]
Tags: Farm Business, Innovation
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed the appointment of eight members to the Advisory Group on water markets in the Murray-Darling Basin. “The NFF is pleased to see the Group has a well-balanced mix of stakeholder representatives, technical experts, and especially, water users. We also support the appointment of Mr Daryl Quinlivan as principal adviser […]
Tags: Environment
11 November 2021
The National Farmers’ Federation has today reiterated the need for a suite of measures to make sure Australian farmers can get products to consumers both here and overseas. “Farmers must have a secure and reliable supply of workers to make sure they can look after animals, get the crop off trees and out of the […]
Tags: Farm Business
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