Vale Luke Bowen
Comments attributable to NFF President, David Jochinke We’re deeply saddened to learn of the passing of industry luminary, Luke Bowen. Our hearts go out to Luke’s partner Tracey Hayes and his family. Luke led with passion, intelligence and with the interests of agriculture at heart. We are grateful for his contribution to the NFF family […]
National farmer survey sees collapse in confidence
Farmer sentiment towards the Federal Government’s policy agenda has continued to slide by up to 39% in the second National Farmer Priorities Survey by the National Farmers’ Federation in partnership with Seftons. The survey of 1,026 farmers found heightened levels of concern across a range of issues compared to last year, up by an average […]
Major coalition of financial industry bodies back farmer and small business calls to rethink ‘Super Tax’
A major coalition of financial industry bodies and associations has publicly added their voice to the growing chorus of groups backing small business and farmers’ concerns regarding the Government’s proposed ‘Super Tax’. The Joint Associations Working Group, consisting of Australia’s 11 industry and professional bodies representing accountants, superannuation trustees, financial advisers and other groups yesterday […]
NFF urges against complacency following 3G shutdown extension
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed news today the 3G network closure will be extended, with Telstra and Optus launching a public safety awareness campaign to make sure people take action. NFF President David Jochinke said while people now had until October 28 to prepare, it was important they didn’t leave it to the last […]
Regional Impacts of Working Holiday Makers Report
Australia has the most desired WHM visa program in the world, attracting over 200,000 WHMs every year to work, travel and live around Australia. Starting in 1975, the WHM program aimed to attract travellers on temporary visas to bridge labour shortages and increase cultural and social exchange. WHMs are often skilled, with 63% of them […]
Low Carbon Liquid Fuels – A Future Made in Australia: Consultation Paper
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the opportunity to make a submission to the consultation on Future Made in Australia: Unlocking Australia’s low carbon liquid fuel opportunity. The NFF has long supported the development of the Australian bioenergy and Low Carbon Liquid Fuels (LCLF) industries, with Australian agriculture playing an important role in the supply […]
NFF welcomes Regional Investment Corporation review
The National Farmers’ Federation welcomes the tabling of the Review of the Operation of the Regional Investment Corporation Act 2018. NFF President David Jochinke said the NFF has engaged closely with Dr Wendy Craik AM throughout the review process. “We welcome the recommendation the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) should be maintained. “The RIC has proven […]
Shareholder leadership needed to lift supermarkets standing
The NFF Horticulture Council has today made a direct appeal to supermarket shareholders to ensure their boards and executives engage in good faith with the ACCC supermarket inquiry, with an interim report due at the end of the month. Council Chair Jolyon Burnett said it was increasingly apparent shareholders would have a role to play […]
NFF calls on new minister to unlock ag’s potential
Australia’s peak farm body has acknowledged the new frontbench lineup announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Canberra today. Significantly for the sector, the changes include a new Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry – with QLD Senator Murray Watt making way for Tasmanian MP Julie Collins. NFF President David Jochinke welcomed Minister Collins to […]
Sustainability collaborations and Australian competition law
The AASF aims to reduce the increasing burden of on-farm sustainability reporting requirements, providing an efficient solution to the increasing demand for sustainability data & reporting. Read the full submission here.