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The NFF is encouraged by reporting of the Federal Government’s intention to take decisive action to solve the critical worker shortage facing fruit and vegetable growers this harvest. A new report out today by EY and commissioned by Hort Innovation, shows the sector must brace for a shortage of up to 26,000 workers. Chief Executive […]
30 September 2020
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the launch of the Agricultural Biotechnology Council of Australia’s (ABCA) fourth edition of its Official Australian Reference Guide to Agricultural Biotechnology and GM crops (the Guide). Launched today by Chairman of the ABCA Ken Matthews AO during his National Press Club address, the Guide, developed in conjunction with an expert […]
29 September 2020
Farmers’ recovery from drought and COVID-19 is under threat from ongoing industrial action by the MUA at Port Botany, with the capacity of the Patrick terminal cut by 40 per cent in the past week. “On the road to recovery from years of drought, farmers are perfectly placed to help get this country back on […]
28 September 2020
Policy Position The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) recognises the importance of prime agricultural land. The long-term success of the agricultural industry will be dependent on continued access to land and water resources and requires a long-term strategy centred on the productivity of our food and fibre systems. Prime agricultural land is a crucial consideration in […]
Tags: Environment
25 September 2020
Today’s Low Emissions Technology Statement (LETS) announced by Energy and Emissions Reduction Minister Angus Taylor is welcomed by the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF). “A $18 billion investment over the remainder of the decade is serious funding for this crucial policy area,” NFF CEO Tony Mahar said. “It is pleasing to see agriculture’s role in emissions […]
22 September 2020
Six farmers are the faces of a new initiative by the National Farmers’ Federation to highlight the important role of agriculture and the bush in Australia’s COVID-19 recovery. “During these challenging times, the importance of locally-grown, fresh, healthy and safe produce has come into sharp focus,” NFF President Fiona Simson said. “Throughout the pandemic, Australian […]
21 September 2020
Submission to Independent review of the EPBC Act interim report. Download PDF File
18 September 2020
Today, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) provided its submission to the ACCC Agricultural Goods Inquiry outlining real life examples of the alarming conduct farmers are all too often subject to, at varying points along the food supply chain. “The unfair and unethical practices that farmers still encounter, despite the development of various codes of conduct […]
National Farmers’ Federation President Fiona Simson said further investment in new energy technologies, as announced by Prime Minister Scott Morrison today, was positive news for farmers. “Prime Minister Morrison with Energy Minister, Angus Taylor, has today announced a significant package of measures that includes clear recognition of the role of agriculture in the energy sector,” […]
17 September 2020
The terrible experiences of three backpackers revealed by the ABC today are shocking to all Australians and have highlighted the deficiencies of the current working holiday maker visa program, for agriculture’s labour needs. NFF CEO Tony Mahar said the Government must establish an agriculture-specific visa (AgVisa) to help fix the problem. “Unfortunately, there are individuals who choose […]
15 September 2020
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