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 […]
Red meat exports to China on track to tip $1 billion per annum
The National Farmers’ Federation says Australia’s red meat exports to China could soon exceed $1 billion per annum following the Government’s ‘joint statement’ with China today. The Joint Statement on Enhancing Inspection and Cooperation coincides with a visit to Australia by Chinese Premier Li Keqiang. Announced at Parliament House, Canberra by Premier Li Keqiang and […]
Inquiry into the Trade Agreement between Australia and Korea: Submission
The NFF’s 10 June 2014 Submission to the Joint Standing Committee on Treaties inquiry into the Trade Agreement between Australia and Korea outlines the NFF’s strong support for the trade agreement, as announced by Prime Minister Tony Abbott in December 2013. The NFF view is that the agreement will provide millions of dollars in export […]