Farmers applaud Trade Minister for standing firm on EU
The National Farmers’ Federation has congratulated Trade Minister Don Farrell for turning down an EU trade offer that would have disadvantaged Aussie farmers. Speaking following the briefing of industry representatives in Osaka, NFF President David Jochinke said the Minister had made the right call for Australia. “Today’s decision was a hard one, but ultimately it […]
NFF tills common ground on market reform
Representatives from along the fresh produce supply chain and independent experts will join a panel, hosted by the NFF Horticulture Council, to explore shared competition policy reform priorities and opportunities at the NFF Conference today. The panel comprises spokespersons from the Australian Council of Trades Unions (ACTU), Apple and Pears Australia Ltd, Master Grocers of […]
Farmers fearful of 11th hour dud deal with EU
Farmers are urging the Australian Government not to sign an impending trade deal with the European Union unless major improvements are put on the table for Aussie farmers. Preliminary negotiations are underway in Brussels this week ahead of a meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Trade Ministers’ meeting in Osaka next week. NFF President […]
Competition top issue for farmers, food code review chance to get it right
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the Federal Government’s announcement of second review of the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct. The NFF has long expressed concern about significant market concentration in Australia’s retail sector, especially in supermarkets. “Competition ranked as one of the top issues farmers were very concerned about in the National Farmer […]
Farmers losing confidence as government risks Middle Eastern gaffe
In a letter to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, farming groups have expressed frustration and warned of irreversible harm to the agricultural sector and to Australia’s trade and diplomatic partnerships in the Middle East. Calling on the Prime Minister and Minister Watt to reverse its policy on the phase out of live sheep by sea, the […]
Inquiry into the Australian Government’s approach to negotiating trade and investment agreements
The NFF is of the firm view that agricultural trade needs to be free and liberalised and distortions such as tariffs, subsidies and other technical market access barriers should be removed. Liberalized agricultural trade plays a critical role in supporting sustainable agriculture, climate action and addressing global and domestic food security needs. Read the full […]
Domestic markets must deliver better outcomes for both consumers and growers
The National Farmers’ Federation Horticulture Council has today joined with the NFF and other agriculture industry bodies in welcoming the announcement by Treasurer Jim Chalmers of a competition policy review. The review will look at competition laws, policies and institutions to ensure they remain fit for purpose, with a focus on reforms that would increase productivity, […]
Submission on Implementation Plan for the National Agricultural Traceability Strategy 2023-2028
Robust traceability standards, systems and technologies are centric to ensuring consumers’ continued confidence in Australian agricultural products. The National Agricultural Traceability Strategy (the Strategy) will bolster Australia’s capacity to demonstrate the quality, safety and sustainability of our agricultural products at a time when consumers and international trading partners are demanding increased transparency over agricultural supply […]
No better time to get to know fresh produce codes of conduct
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) Horticulture Council is today launching a two-part webinar series to build awareness of fair trading practices within the fresh produce sector and along the supply chain. The first webinar, next Thursday 23 February at noon, will cover grower and trader rights and responsibilities under the Horticulture Code of Conduct. It […]
Farm sector’s future with China bright, despite United States agreement
Australian farmers will continue to benefit from a highly valued trade relationship with China in parallel to the new agreement struck between the north Asian giant and the United States. National Farmers Federation President, Fiona Simson said the improved relations between the China and United States, one of Australian agriculture’s main global competitors, would mean increased […]