Liquid Fuel Security
As an industry that relies on diesel for the majority of its energy use, agriculture requires a secure supply of liquid fuel to ensure its operations can proceed uninterrupted. With approximately 89% of Australia’s food supply being sourced from Australian farms, a shortage of liquid fuels will hinder the industry in its efforts to produce […]
Bush communications coalition welcomes new regional connectivity grants program, calls for communities to get involved
This week the Australian Government’s $53 million Regional Connectivity Program (RCP) competitive grants opened for applications, a milestone welcomed by the Regional, Rural and Remote Communications Coalition (RRRCC). The RCP grants will fund infrastructure to provide mobile or broadband services that provide both economic and social benefits and directly address the needs of a regional, […]
Inquiry into the future of Australia Post’s service delivery
The NFF welcomes this inquiry into the future of Australia Post’s service delivery. It is important that these services, which are so heavily relied on by regional, rural and remote Australians, are regularly reviewed to ensure they continue to provide benefit and meet the changing needs of customers. It is also essential to ensure that […]
Expansion of Harvest Trail a step in the right direction but more needed to sure-up farm workforce
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed the start of the Federal Government’s expansion of Harvest Trail, a service which matches job seekers with farm jobs. NFF CEO Tony Mahar said agriculture continued to be hampered by a workforce shortage and the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on backpacker numbers and the movement of workers in general […]
Inquiry into the Primary Industries (Customs) Charges Amendment (Dairy Cattle Export Charge) Bill 2020
The NFF strongly supports the provisions in the bill, which will: • impose a charge on the export of dairy cattle • set the rate of provision on a per head basis for dairy cattle • enable the full funding of the Dairy Cattle Export Program, to meet specific research and development and marketing activities […]
Milestone day in nation’s new future-focussed approach to drought
National Farmers’ Federation President Fiona Simson said today’s official start of the Future Drought Fund was a milestone day in the nation’s approach to drought policy. During 2019, the NFF supported the development of the Future Drought Fund, which will invest $100 million annually in projects and tools to improve the drought resilience of farmers […]
Submission to the ARENA Technology Investment Roadmap
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the opportunity to provide a submission to the Technology Investment Roadmap consultation paper. There is a significant opportunity for Australian agriculture to contribute to the nation’s emissions reduction goals under the Paris Agreement. The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has the twin objectives of promoting the long-term prosperity of Australian […]
APVMA’s Public Release Summary on the evaluation of the new active zilpaterol hydrochloride in the product Zilmax Medicated Premix.
The NFF defers to the APVMA’s expert scientific expertise on the matter of the safety of zilpaterol hydrochloride (zilpaterol). We support the internationally recognised scientific principles and processes used by the APVMA in assessing the safety of agvet chemicals. The NFF has significant concerns about the trade risks associated with registration of zilpaterol in Australia, […]
RIC loan pays off for Peter and Caroline
Peter and Caroline produce irrigated and dryland crops in the Riverina region of New South Wales. They also operate a farm contracting business. About a year and a half ago they applied for a Farm Investment Loan from the Regional Investment Corporation. For Peter and Caroline, the main attraction of a loan from the RIC […]
Farmers welcome ongoing commitment to Australia’s fuel security
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed initiatives by the Federal Government to enhance Australia’s fuel security. The Government has opened a Request for Information (RFI) process to identify opportunities to increase Australia’s domestic fuel storage capacity. “It is important that viable storage options are identified through this process,” NFF CEO Tony Mahar said. “We […]