Request for Information for Australian Bushland Program Strategic Property Purchases
NFF understands that there is an approximate shortfall of 5.31% under the 30% target for land. Progress must not come at the expense of agricultural land. This principle is already reflected in Commonwealth policy, including Strategic Objective Two of the Agriculture and Land Sector Plan. We also note that the former Minister for the Environment and Water, […]
National Statement on First Nations in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
The NFF is a genuine and willing partner in supporting the advancement of Indigenous peoples in agriculture, fisheries and forestry. The NFF believes a National Statement, properly consulted and framed, can play a part in this advancement. The NFF’s full submission can be found here.
Joint media release: Australians Ready to Pay More for Authentic Indigenous Agricultural Products
A landmark report released today reveals strong consumer demand for authentic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander agricultural products, with buyers willing to pay a premium for goods that carry cultural integrity and verified provenance. The Indigenous Agriculture Product Framework project was commissioned by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, through a $1.93 million grant, […]
Vet and cattle producer named NFF Director
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracy Sullivan to its board. Dr Sullivan fills the casual vacancy created when Hamish McIntyre was elected President. Located in Western Australia’s Kimberley region, Dr Sullivan is an experienced cattle veterinarian with more than two decades working across the supply chain. Her career […]
NFF’s new boss Hamish McIntyre on climate focus and farm-level challenges
Opinion by Hamish McIntyre, National Farmers’ Federation President It’s been a busy first month as president of the National Farmers Federation. I’m listening, learning and ready to work on a clear set of priorities that will strengthen farm businesses, rural communities and Australia’s food security. I see agriculture reaching the $100 billion farmgate output goal […]
Peak bodies dispute misleading land clearing claims
Two peak industry bodies have joined forces to refute comments by Australian Climate and Biodiversity Foundation (ACBF) chair Dr Ken Henry about land clearing and loopholes in Australia’s environmental laws. During a Committee for Economic Development of Australia speech this week, Dr Henry claimed “irresponsible clearing” was occurring in Australia and current environmental laws and the […]
Farmers urge balance and practicality in EPBC overhaul
Ahead of Minister Murray Watt’s National Press Club address today, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has called for reforms to the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act that deliver environmental outcomes without compromising agricultural productivity or increasing red tape. NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey said farmers were ready to engage constructively in shaping […]
Ben Bennett, Peter Herrmann elected new NFF Board Directors
Ben Bennett and Peter Herrmann have been elected to the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) Board today. This follows the announcement earlier today Hamish McIntyre has been elected the new President. They replace outgoing Directors NSW mixed farmer Lisa Minogue and David Connolly who is the General Manager at Tipperary Group of Stations in the NT. […]
Queensland farmer Hamish McIntyre elected new NFF President
Queensland farmer Hamish McIntyre has been elected as the President of the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF). Elected by NFF Members as the organisation’s 15th President, Mr McIntyre takes the reins from outgoing President and Victorian farmer David ‘DJ’ Jochinke. Mr McIntyre runs a family owned, irrigated and dryland farming, cattle breeding, beef feedlot and broiler […]
Implementing Australia’s Strategy for Nature 2024-2030
NFF understands that there is an approximate shortfall of 5.31% under the target to protect and conserve 30% of Australia’s landmass. Progress towards this target cannot come at the expense of agricultural land, and we note that this was the position of the former Minister for the Environment and Water. It is also critical that […]