Response to the annual review of minimum wage
The Fair Work Commission is conducting its annual wage review. The NFF’s full submission can be found here.
Farmers call for National Cabinet to prioritise food supply
Ahead of today’s National Cabinet meeting, the National Farmers’ Federation is urging the Federal Government to deliver three key outcomes as the situation continues to escalate: NFF President Hamish McIntyre said the sector was already feeling the impact on the ground. “Farmers are making tough calls right now, including rationing fuel, delaying operations, and in […]
‘Extremely disappointing’ EU deal offers little meaningful access
Statement attributable to NFF President Hamish McIntyre Australian farmers are extremely disappointed that negotiations for a free trade deal with the European Union (EU) have concluded without commercially meaningful agricultural market access gains since Australia last walked away from negotiations. What the Australian Government has accepted today appears to offer no material change for key […]
Food supply chain probe welcome, but plan needed now as input pressure mounts
The National Farmers’ Federation welcomes the Federal Government’s decision to commission a National Food Supply Chain Assessment as part of the National Food Security Strategy, but has reiterated its calls for an immediate plan of action for the sector. Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Julie Collins, has set a one-month deadline for an interim […]
Statement on National Cabinet fuel meeting and ACCC investigation
Comments attributable to NFF President Hamish McIntyre The National Farmers’ Federation welcomes the appointment of Anthea Harris as the Fuel Supply Taskforce Coordinator. A national coordinator proved effective during the Covid pandemic, and now we urge the Government not to waste a moment in getting fuel to the farmers and fishers who need it most. […]
Farmers welcome news diesel to flow to regions
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed today’s announcement by the Government to temporarily reduce the Minimum Stockholding Obligation for petrol and diesel to help address current fuel supply chain disruptions. “This is an important step by the Government that acknowledges the shortages being experienced in regional Australia, particularly as independent fuel retailers struggle to access […]
Farmers warn regional fuel squeeze could quickly become a food and animal welfare issue, government action needed
The National Farmers’ Federation says reports from its members across Australia show farmers and fishers in regional communities are increasingly struggling to secure fuel, putting food security and animal welfare at risk. NFF President Hamish McIntyre said that increases in demand had put pressure on fuel retailers in regional areas. “While overall national liquid fuel […]
Statement on ministerial roundtable on fuel supply
Comments attributable to NFF President Hamish McIntyre The National Farmers’ Federation welcomed the opportunity to take part in today’s ministerial roundtable convened by Chris Bowen alongside Julie Collins, Tim Ayres and Catherine King. It was important farmers had a seat at the table and we will continue working closely with Government to ensure agriculture has […]
Message from the President on $100 billion
By Hamish McIntyre, President National Farmers’ Federation Today is a landmark moment for Australian agriculture. In 2018, we set a bold target to grow Australian agriculture into a $100 billion industry by 2030. At the time, some thought it was ambitious and some didn’t think we stood a chance. But farmers wouldn’t be in this […]
Australia’s agricultural production on track to exceed 2030 industry target
JOINT MEDIA RELEASE Australia’s farm gate production value is forecast to exceed $100 billion this financial year – four years ahead of the National Farmers Federation’s 2030 target, and a record result proudly backed by the Albanese Labor Government. The latest forecasts from the Australian Bureau of Agricultural Resources Economics and Sciences (ABARES) released today […]