NFF Statement on Australia – European Union Free Trade Agreement Negotiations
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) notes reports that the European Union Trade Commissioner, Maros Sefcovic, will likely travel to Australia next month to continue negotiations for an Australia – European Union Free Trade Agreement (EU FTA). The NFF has previously welcomed the resumption of negotiations for an EU FTA and the public commentary from both […]
NFF President attends Australia–China High Level Dialogue
National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) President David Jochinke is taking part in the Ninth Australia–China High Level Dialogue in Beijing. China is Australia’s largest single export destination for agriculture, fisheries and forestry products, and a critical partner for agriculture. With 70% of Australian farm production exported, China is key trading partner for many Australia agricultural commodities […]
Farmers back Government’s $1.1 billion cleaner fuels investment
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the Federal Government’s $1.1 billion Cleaner Fuels Program, describing it as a significant investment to stimulate the domestic production of low-carbon liquid fuels (LCLF). NFF Interim Chief Executive Su McCluskey joined the Treasurer and Minister Bowen at the announcement. Ms McCluskey said being at today’s announcement demonstrates the […]
Farmers welcome reports of Government rethink on super tax
Two of Australia’s peak organisations representing farmers have welcomed reports today the Federal Government has hit pause and is considering changes on its proposed superannuation tax. The National Farmers’ Federation and GrainGrowers said the move reflected growing recognition of the harm the proposal would cause to farmers and small business owners. “Taxing paper gains on […]
Statement on Economic Reform Roundtable
Comments attributable to NFF President David Jochinke: Today’s roundtable is a welcome opportunity to rethink how agriculture can help lift Australia’s productivity. Let’s be clear, agriculture already pulls its weight, contributing about $90 billion to the national economy and supporting about 275,000 jobs. We’re not just part of the economy, we are a driver of […]
NFF welcomes launch of national food security strategy process
The National Farmers’ Federation welcomes the Federal Government today releasing the “Feeding Australia: A National Food Security Strategy” discussion paper. NFF President David Jochinke said it was pleasing the see work begin on one of the NFF’s key election priorities. “It’s imperative we put the microscope over our entire supply chain system to identify vulnerabilities […]
NFF outlines six key areas to unlock productivity gains at ag roundtable
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is proud to be representing Australian farmers in the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s “Unlocking Productivity in Australian Agriculture” roundtable in Brisbane today, ahead of the Treasurer’s Economic Reform Roundtable later this month. This sector-specific roundtable brings together around 50 representatives from across the agricultural supply chain to identify […]
Farmers in drought waiting over a year for loan scheme response
Australia’s peak farming bodies are demanding urgent action from the Federal Government after it is yet to respond to two critical drought resilience actions. The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF), alongside its members Australian Dairy Farmers, NSW Farmers, Primary Producers SA and Victorian Farmers’ Federation, is calling on Government to commit to the Regional Investment Corporation […]
Value of vegetables, flowers, nursery and turf all going backwards
Latest statistics by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) have revealed the value of Australian vegetable, cut flower, nursery and turf industries all went backwards in FY24. Jolyon Burnett, chair of the NFF Horticulture Council, said the latest data provided sombre reading despite some bright spots, and should give cause for reflection by those responsible […]
NFF welcomes PM’s push for Ag improvements in EU-FTA
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed comments by the Prime Minister outlining the importance of agriculture to any prospective free trade deal with the European Union (EU). The NFF welcomed talks between Prime Minister Albanese and EU President, Ursula von der Leyen, in Italy, but stressed the importance of improved agricultural market access, and […]