Opportunities abound in Southeast Asia for Australian agribusinesses
Australia’s farm sector has fresh opportunities in Southeast Asia, with the region signalling strong demand for new agrifood, agritech and research partnerships. Southeast Asia is one of the fastest growing global regions and its demographics, economic openness and ambition mean it will drive economic growth through to 2040 and beyond, according to Su McCluskey, NFF […]
Farmers urge Government: Don’t trade away agriculture for a quick EU deal
The National Farmers’ Federation has welcomed the return of Free Trade Agreement talks with the European Union, but says Australia must not settle for anything less than a better deal for farmers than last time. As flagged by Trade Minister Don Farrell in Senate Estimates, the European Union (EU) Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic is expect […]
Statement on United States tariff removal
Comments attributable to NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the decision by the United States to remove tariffs applied to a range of global agricultural goods, including from Australia. The NFF has long championed free and fair trade, not just for agriculture but all industries, recognising its role in […]
South-East Asian mission highlights importance of regional partnerships for trade and food security
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has joined industry colleagues and Australian Government officials on a week-long mission to strengthen ties with key South-East Asian partners. NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey is taking part in the Strategic Agribusiness Partnerships Mission to Indonesia and Brunei, led by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) this week. […]
Jobs and Skills Roadmap for Regional Australia – Phase 1 Report Review
Farmers are a cornerstone of regional economies, providing food security, export earnings, and sustaining rural communities. Yet, agriculture faces persistent and acute workforce pressures that must be addressed if the sector is to remain strong viable and productive. For the Jobs and Skills roadmap vision of enhancing the equity, effectiveness and efficiency of the jobs […]
Safe Work Australia Best Practice Review of the Model Work Health and Safety Laws
Agriculture is one of the nation’s highest-risk sectors, yet also one of themost diverse. It spans family farms, small enterprises, and complex supplychains operating across multiple jurisdictions. Achieving safer outcomes inthis environment requires regulation that is proportionate, evidence-based,and co-designed with industry The agricultural sector supports a nationally consistent WHS frameworkthat promotes clarity, efficiency, and fairness […]
Disability Discrimination Act 1992 Review
Agriculture plays a critical role in regional employment and community life.The sector is characterised by small businesses operating in diverse andsometimes remote environments, where physical, technical and regulatoryconstraints often shape employment practices. It is therefore essential thatany amendments to the DDA strike a balance between protecting the rightsof people with disability on the one hand […]
Monumental win for farmers as Government rethinks ‘Super Tax’
Australian farmers have claimed a monumental win today, with the Federal Government set to revise its proposed ‘Super Tax’ following strong and united advocacy from the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) and its members. NFF President David Jochinke said the Government’s decision to revisit the tax was the right one. The tax will now only apply […]
Statement on ‘Super Tax’ concerns raised in estimates
Comments attributable to NFF President David Jochinke We are encouraged by comments in Senate Estimates yesterday that the Treasury Department is considering concerns raised about the Federal Government’s proposed ‘Super Tax’. In yesterday’s hearing, the Government also confirmed the Prime Minister’s office is looking at the legislation and considering stakeholder feedback to the Treasury Laws […]
National Food Security Strategy: Discussion Paper
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) welcomes the opportunity to make a submission to the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry (DAFF) National Food Security Strategy: Discussion Paper (Discussion Paper). The NFF has long called for greater policy focus on national food security. Along with our members, we have sought to progress analysis and strategic planning […]