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 […]
Submission to the ARENA Bioenergy Roadmap consultation paper
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Australian Renewable Energy Agency’s (ARENA) bioenergy roadmap consultation paper. Bioenergy remains largely an untapped source of energy in Australia, comprising approximately four per cent of total energy consumption in contrast to the European Union’s 10 per cent use, and suggests there is significant […]
Strategic fuel reserve a welcome investment for Australian farmers
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to invest $94 million in establishing an Australian strategic fuel reserve. “This is a sensible, prudent investment in the security of Australia’s fuel supply,” NFF chief executive Tony Mahar said. “With oil trading at negative prices for the first time in history, there could not […]
Submission to Treasury ‘Enhancements to Unfair Contract Terms Protections’
The NFF calls for unfair contract terms to be made illegal, for unfair contract term protections to be extended so that they apply to all standard form contracts, and various other measures which would make contractual arrangements between producers and purchasers more equitable. Download PDF File
COVID-19: Governments must guarantee nationally consistent provisions for farmers and transport operators
Governments must assure all Australians that the agricultural supply chain will not be disrupted by state and territory border closures and mandatory quarantine periods, the National Farmers’ Federation has reiterated today. “Protecting human health is the most important priority and the requirement for state border closures and mandatory quarantine is understood,” NFF CEO Tony Mahar […]
(RRRCC) Regional Connectivity Program Grant Opportunity Guidelines – draft
The RRRCC believes that Australian society and the economy stand to gain from having regional, rural and remote areas digitally connected. The Regional Connectivity Program (RCP) grants is an important initiative that responds to findings of the 2018 Regional Telecommunications Review and will help deliver on the RRRCC’s goals for equitable voice and data services […]
Submission to the National Transport Commission ‘Heavy vehicle charges consultation report’
The NFF recommends that the Road User Charge be maintained at its current level in 2020-21 and 2021-22. DOWNLOAD PDF FILE
Submission to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator ‘Draft Heavy Vehicle Productivity Plan 2020-25’
The NFF is largely supportive of the strategies proposed by the NHVR, which would improve the productivity of Australia’s road freight if implemented. Download PDF File