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Farmers are despairing at an apparent breakdown in negotiations between states, territories and the federal government towards the promised Agriculture Workers Movement Code. On 21 August, National Cabinet committed to develop a national solution to agriculture’s border crossing issues within two weeks. Less than 48 hours out from that deadline and the NFF is demanding […]
2 September 2020
Today’s agricultural innovation agenda announcement by Agriculture Minister David Littleproud is good news for farmers, National Farmers’ Federation Chief Executive Tony Mahar said. “The NFF and our members have been calling on the Government to take a lead role in supporting digital agriculture through the rural innovation system for some time. “As part of the innovation agenda, […]
1 September 2020
National Farmers’ Federation Chief Executive Tony Mahar said the proposed Agricultural Worker Code to be agreed upon by National Cabinet by Friday must be consistent across all state and territory borders – in principle and in practice. “This is the last chance for the agriculture sector with respect to a workable solution to border movements.” Mr Mahar said. “The picking season for some fruits […]
The NFF believe the bill does not recognise the established standards and guidelines process, and proposes to ban mulesing in NSW by 1 January 2022, and to mandate the use of pain relief for a range of livestock husbandry procedures. The NFF does not support these provisions, for the reasons outlined below. Download PDF File
Tags: Biosecurity, health and welfare
27 August 2020
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed today’s announcement of an ACCC inquiry into perishable agricultural goods. Chief Executive Tony Mahar said there continued to be systemic power imbalances across Australia’s food supply chain and a Government-sanctioned inquiry into these markets was a prudent step. “The importance of a robust, sustainable food supply chain, from paddock […]
26 August 2020
While the NFF is a strong advocate for agricultural trade between countries, this trade must be managed so as not to put at risk our favourable pest and disease status, which is vital for farming, for the wider community and the environment. The NFF and its member organisations are concerned that the biosecurity risk associated […]
Tags: Biosecurity, health and welfare
25 August 2020
Farmers, foresters and the greater agriculture supply chain have applauded a commitment by National Cabinet today to develop a national Agricultural Worker Movement Code, following calls from the National Farmers’ Federation and state farming organisations. Speaking after the meeting, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said all states and territories had agreed to develop the Code within […]
21 August 2020
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the opportunity to provide asubmission to the 2020 Productivity Commission National Water Reform Issues Paper. Since its creation in in 2004, the National Water Initiative principles have served as provided an enduring framework which has advanced water reform in Australia. Significant progress has been made and material outcomes have […]
Tags: Environment
Farming groups from around the country have written to the Prime Minister and all state premiers urging action on the border restrictions hampering ag supply chains. View the letter below:
Australia’s peak farm body has thrown its weight behind an aspirational economy-wide target of net carbon zero by 2050 (NCZ2050). Members of the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) have voted in favour of the landmark policy – which includes strict caveats regarding fair implementation and economic viability – at an online meeting this month. NFF President […]
20 August 2020
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