Australian agriculture EU trade hopes rest with the Prime Minister
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) notes confirmation that Trade Minister Don Farrell and European Union (EU) Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič have met to progress the EU-Au Free Trade Agreement, with both sides stating that “good progress was achieved in narrowing gaps on a small number of outstanding matters” and they will […]
Government must not trade away Australian farmers
As negotiations take place in Brussels this week for an Australia-European Union Free Trade Agreement, Australia’s peak farm body welcomes comments by Trade Minister Don Farrell that the deal hinges on securing a better deal for Australian Agriculture. Minister Farell told Parliament last week the deal “would require a better offer by the EU on […]
No sugar hit: farmers want long-term investment in budget
The National Farmers’ Federation says its 2026–27 Pre-Budget Submission is not a bid for short-term sugar hits, but a practical blueprint for long-term investments Australia needs. With the Treasurer signalling “hard decisions” and no room for cash splashes, the NFF says farmers aren’t asking for propping up. They’re asking for smart policy and strategic investment […]
NFF welcomes Trade Diversification Network announcement
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed today’s announcement by the Minister for Trade Don Farrell confirming the establishment of the Trade Diversification Network and the inclusion of the NFF in its membership. NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey said it was essential agriculture was at the table given more than 70% of what Australian […]
NFF statement on DAFF export cost recovery changes
Comments attributable to NFF President Hamish McIntyre The National Farmers’ Federation is concerned the proposed changes to Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) export cost recovery arrangements announced in yesterday’s mid-year economic forecast, may hurt the competitiveness of agricultural exports and producers. Australian agriculture exports 80% of the food and fibre it produces, so […]
Australia’s national interest demands a strong agriculture deal in EU FTA
Australia’s peak farm advocacy organisation says the Federal Government must hold its nerve in negotiations with the European Union, warning that a substandard deal would fail both Australian farmers and the national interest. National Farmers’ Federation President Hamish McIntyre said farmers want an agreement with the EU, but not one that cements an uneven playing […]
Proposed Changes to Round 3 of the On Farm Connectivity Program (OFCP)
The NFF strongly supports the OFCP as a key mechanism to address the significant and often prohibitive cost of connectivity for Australian farmers and, in turn, a key mechanism to boost the sustainability and productivity of the agriculture sector. The NFF provided detailed feedback on proposed changes to Round 3 of the Program. The NFF’s […]
NFF secures breakthrough on Right to Repair for farmers
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has secured a Federal Government commitment to extend Right to Repair reforms to agricultural machinery, hailing it a historic win for farmers and a direct result of years of advocacy from the farm sector. Following a meeting of state and territory Treasurers on Friday, Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirmed that […]
Environment Protection Reform Bill 2025 and Six Related Bills
NFF supports reforms that deliver environmental protections, faster and efficient approval processes, and more transparency and integrity around environmental decision-making. We do not support the passage of legislation as currently drafted. Several amendments are required to ensure that reforms deliver better outcomes for business and achieve overarching EPBC Act objectives to protect the environment and […]
NFF welcomes Su McCluskey to National Food Council
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey’s appointment as one of 11 representatives on the newly formed National Food Council. The beef producer has been appointed in her capacity as Chair of the Crawford Fund for Food Security, an organisation seeking to increase Australia’s engagement in international agricultural research and development […]