NFF calls on Canberra to turn around agriculture’s productivity slump
Today’s ABARES Snapshot of Australian Agriculture shows how the farm sector has positioned itself as a powerhouse in the nation’s economy, but alarm bells are ringing over the already slowing productivity rate which is only predicted to worsen. The report shows the gross value of agricultural production has increased by about 51% in the past […]
Climate Active Draft Guidance: Land and Agricultural Emissions
The NFF does not hold any notable concerns with the proposed rule changes and additions to the Guideline, specific comments to key matters of interest are articulated in the proceeding sections below. It is important to note, however, that proposed rules will create additional step procedures for entities to undertake and comply with to achieve […]
Senate Inquiry into Supermarket Prices
Agriculture relies upon open and transparent marketplaces that promote competition within agricultural supply chains, enabling farmers to access requisite inputs and sell their produce at a competitive price. The Australian agricultural supply chain has an uneven distribution of market concentration which threatens the economic conditions essential for dynamic, productive and profitable farms. While food and […]
Farmers can be part of the solution for housing crisis
At today’s National Regional Housing Summit, the National Farmers’ Federation is calling on policymakers to shine a light on how farmers can be part of the solution to Australia’s deepening housing crisis. The Regional Australia Institute (RAI) today released regional figures showing the median house price has jumped 54.2% and the rental vacancy rate has […]
Supermarket prices impacting public health
The NFF Horticulture Council has echoed concerns raised by the Australian Greens with the results of their recent consumer survey revealing more than half (56%) of all Australians are buying less fruits and vegetables as a result of higher prices. Council Chair Jolyon Burnett said the survey results point towards the wider impacts of higher […]
92% people dissatisfied with community engagement on renewables yet Dyer report lacks teeth
The National Farmers’ Federation welcomes the release of the report into community engagement on renewables projects, but has raised red flags the report’s recommendations doesn’t even touch the sides in addressing the problems being felt across Australia. NFF President David Jochinke said it was good to see the report by Energy Infrastructure Commissioner Andrew Dyer […]
Cost of living relief must start at the farm gate
Australia’s peak farm body is urging the Federal Government to put its agricultural policies under the microscope as it prioritises cost of living relief for Australians. NFF President David Jochinke warned a range of policy pressures on farmers were risking production and could fuel price inflation at the supermarket checkout. “We’ve seen this government ignore […]
2024-25 Pre-Budget Submission
Invest in Australian Agriculture. Invest in Australia’s Future. The Australian economy is facing a set of significant challenges. Stagnating productivity, increasing inflation and the challenge of transitioning to a net-zero economy all offer downside risks to Australia. However, in this era of evolving economic, demographic, and environmental challenges, the Australian agricultural sector is both a […]
Agriculture and Land Sectoral Plan
Government must recognise Australian agriculture’s unique contribution to productive landscape management, food security, and emissions reduction. Agriculture must not and cannot become the solution to other sector’s problems via too much focus and reliance on offsets in the agricultural landscape. The task of national emissions reduction is a shared responsibility for all sectors, agriculture will […]
The next phase of the Future Drought Fund
The FDF formally acknowledges the Australian Government’s commitment to building long-term resilience, given drought is a recurring feature of Australia’s natural environment and, as such, a recurring challenge for Australian farmers and rural communities. The NFF supports a range of recommendations to ensure the FDF achieves the best value for money for both industry and […]