The NFF’s 31 July 2009 submission to the Australian Government’s Exposure Draft regarding Non-Commerical Losses outlines that the proposed changes could lead to significant unintended consequences – including the potential disincentive for farmers to maximise off-farm income and a negative impact on environmental outcomes, among others.
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