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 […]
Farmers call for practical sustainability solutions
Australian farmers are calling for a practical, partnership-based approach to sustainability, ahead of the Federal Election. The National Farmers’ Federation has compiled a list of tangible changes for consideration by political parties. “We need to stop the methodology mayhem and reduce red and green tape,” NFF President David Jochinke said. “The next step in the […]
NFF closely monitoring Queensland floods impact
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is closely monitoring the ongoing flooding across parts of Queensland, expressing deep concern for the farmers, graziers, and rural communities facing the brunt of this natural disaster. Significant rainfall has caused widespread flooding, leading to serious disruptions to farming operations, the loss of livestock and crops, and the destruction of […]
The NFF calls out sneaky water buyback
The Federal Government’s lack of transparency over water buybacks has been laid bare, with the revelation that 30GL of water has already been secured under the second tranche of the 450GL buyback program in the Murray Darling Basin. National Farmers’ Federation Water Committee Chair Malcolm Holm said the disclosure – made not by the government […]
Australian Carbon Credit Unit Scheme Sunsetting Methodologies
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) appreciates the opportunity provided by the Department to provide feedback regarding the nineteen sunsetting methodologies under the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme. Nineteen ACCU Scheme methodologies are due to sunset between present-day and 1 April 2026. The NFF is formally seeking that the following methodologies are retained and/or remade: […]
NFF priorities for an incoming Federal Government
By NFF President, David ‘DJ’ Jochinke The impending Federal Election will be a defining moment for Australian agriculture. The possibility of a minority government; global trade uncertainty with Donald Trump at the helm of the US; and the climate targets that are racing towards us, could all have an impact on our sector this year. […]
NFF statement on the new leadership for Murray-Darling Basin Authority
The National Farmers’ Federation acknowledges the retirement of Sir Angus Houston AK, AFC, from his role as Chair of the Murray–Darling Basin Authority. NFF Water Committee Chair Malcolm Holm extended gratitude to Sir Angus for his steadfast leadership during a challenging period for water policy and management. The NFF also welcomed the appointment of Daryl […]
Carbon Leakage Review Consultation Paper: November 2024
This Consultation Paper has not demonstrated that carbon leakage is a serious issue that is hindering achievement of Australia’s national commitments under the Paris Agreement that would necessitate additional measures beyond existing Government policy. NFF do not support implementation of a CBAM as it resembles a non-tariff distorting market barrier and there remain unresolved questions […]