Treasury Consultation Regarding Climate-Related Transition Planning Guidance
Encouraging reporting entities to use estimation tools “as a starting point” to identify and meet Scope 3 obligations implies a normative expectation that estimation is only a temporary measure that may be unacceptable over the long-term which is inconsistent with legislation. The use of estimation methods remains permissible regardless of future data availability. This language […]
Australian ag charts next phase of sustainability
The fifth version of the Australian Agricultural Sustainability Framework (AASF) has been launched today by the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF). The latest iteration of the Framework was unveiled at the Agricultural Sustainability Australia (ASA) Exchange 2025, on the Gold Coast. “This updated Framework reinforces Australia’s national reference point for sustainability, helping agriculture speak with one […]
$95 billion spring in the step for agriculture
Australian agriculture is marching closer to its $100 billion goal with the sector forecast to reach $94.7 billion in 2025-26, according to the latest forecast from Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES). NFF President David Jochinke said despite the sector taking a hit from droughts, floods and uncertainty from global trade […]
Farmers secure $1 billion commitment to the Regional Investment Corporation
Months of hard-fought advocacy have paid off, with the Federal Government committing to the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) beyond June 2026 with an extra $1 billion in new loan funding to help farm businesses become more resilient and respond to drought conditions. The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement today, with President […]
NFF appoints Su McCluskey as Interim Chief Executive
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is pleased to announce Su McCluskey as interim Chief Executive, effective Monday 1 September. Ms McCluskey will lead the NFF through the process of the 2025 Members Council and AGM and the recruitment of a permanent CEO. “Ms McCluskey joins us fresh from her role as Special Representative for Australian […]
How can the Government fix productivity? Start by cutting the red tape
Opinion by David Jochinke, National Farmers’ Federation President When Parliament last sat in March, there was a lot of noise, but not much certainty. Pundits were betting on a minority government and everyone was trying to hazard a guess what an unpredictable United States administration might do next. Fast forward, and while we’ve had an […]
NFF leadership update
Statement attributable to NFF President, David Jochinke I wish to advise Troy Williams has tendered his resignation as CEO of the National Farmers’ Federation. The Board has accepted his decision, which was made for personal reasons. We thank Mr Williams for his contribution and wish him the very best for the future. The Board will […]
NFF calls on federal leaders to show up on drought
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is urging politicians to keep a focus on drought conditions being felt across many areas of the country. NFF President David Jochinke said it was imperative that whoever formed Government on 3 May 2025, understood the reality being faced by many producers. “Producers in large parts of South Australia and […]
NFF acknowledges Coalition plan for agriculture
Australia’s peak farm body has acknowledged the release of the Coalition’s agriculture policy – as Australians prepare to head to the polls on Saturday. NFF President David Jochinke said the Plan for Agriculture – combined with the Coalition’s policies on water – promised to deliver several of the NFF’s election priorities related to food security, […]
NFF federal election scorecard puts parties under the microscope
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has today released its 2025 Federal Election Scorecard, revealing how the major parties stack up when it comes to agriculture and regional Australia. NFF President David Jochinke said farmers – and all Australians who care about where their food and fibre comes from – would head to the ballot box […]