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The National Farmers’ Federation’s additional submission to the Fair Work Ombudsman’s review of the definition of “small business employer”, following the consultation questions received on 5 June 2025. NFF provides responses to each consultation question, supported by evidence and analysis to inform the NFF’s recommendations. Full submission can be found here.
1 month ago
NFF does not support the proposed Draft Threat Abatement Plan in its current form. This document has raised significant concerns from NFF members and producers across Northern Australia where many of the listed grass species are actively managed within regulated grazing systems. Unless this Plan is refined to address the issues outlined in this submission, […]
1 month ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the European Union (EU) Ambassador’s enthusiasm for a Free Trade Agreement with Australia, while reiterating that any deal must deliver tangible and meaningful outcomes. In an address to the National Press Club in Canberra yesterday, His Excellency Mr. Gabriele Visentin, EU Ambassador to Australia, acknowledged that in a […]
1 month ago
The peak body representing the interests of the national horticulture industry has today called on all levels of government and supply chain partners to commit to an urgent review of the burden of compliance being carried by business. Jolyon Burnett, chair of the National Farmers’ Federation Horticulture Council, said many smaller businesses are anecdotally […]
2 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has acknowledged the Fair Work Commission’s decision to increase the National Minimum Wage and modern award rates by 3.5 per cent. NFF Chief Executive Troy Williams said that while the Commission had adopted a measured approach, albeit with an outcome a little higher that employers may have wanted, it is […]
Tags: Workforce
2 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the Prime Minister and Minister for Agriculture’s visit to a drought-affected farm in South Australia today, describing it as a meaningful show of support for farmers and regional communities doing it tough. NFF President David Jochinke, who joined the PM on his visit today, said it was a […]
2 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed Opposition Leader Sussan Ley’s announcement of the Shadow Ministry. Nationals Leader David Littleproud has been returned as the Shadow Minister for Agriculture. Jamie Chaffey, the newly elected Member for Parkes, has been appointed as Shadow Assistant Minister for Agriculture. Angie Bell was named the Shadow Environment Minister, and […]
2 months ago
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the Federal Minister for Agriculture, Julie Collins’ visit to drought-affected regions of South Australia, describing it an important step in acknowledging the worsening crisis facing rural communities. NFF President David Jochinke said the visit today and tomorrow provided an opportunity for the Minister to hear directly from farmers […]
Tags: Farm Business, Natural Resource Management, Trade and Economic
2 months ago
The NFF is a stringent supporter of the role of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) as Australia’s robust, independent, and science- and risk-based chemical regulator, and supports the delivery of a Strategic Plan that enables the APVMA to fully meet its obligations and the needs of the Australian agricultural community. Read the […]
2 months ago
The NFF’s submission to the Department of Industry, Science and Resources’ (DISR’s) Strategic Examination of Research and Development highlighted the importance of research and development to Australian agriculture. Agricultural R&D underpins innovation, drives productivity gains, and boosts industry competitiveness. The NFF believes agricultural R&D, with its consistently high rate of return and its crucial role in ensuring […]
2 months ago
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