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Supermarkets gouge growers millions in rebates alone


The Senate Select Committee on Supermarket Prices continues its hearings in Melbourne today, having heard repeated incidences of poor – if not unconscionable – behaviour by supermarkets from consumers and growers alike in Hobart and yesterday in Orange.  Chair of the NFF Horticulture Council Jolyon Burnett said evidence and testimony from growers and industry representatives had […]

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National forum tackles farmer mental health


Leaders in agriculture and mental health will meet today at a national forum to zero in on farmer mental health and wellbeing and what needs to be done. National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is convening the forum in Melbourne following a survey last year revealing almost a third of farmers reported a decline in their mental […]

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NFF celebrates International Women’s Day opening applications for Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program


To celebrate International Women’s Day 2024, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) proudly launches applications for its flagship Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program. The program provides mentoring for aspiring female leaders who want to influence the future of Australian agriculture. Open to 12 participants nationwide, the program provides a unique opportunity for women to clarify their […]

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2 weeks ago


South Australian Parliamentary Inquiry into Environment, Social, and Governance


This submission outlines the NFF’s position on ESG and walks through some initiatives in this space such as the Australian Agricultural Sustainability Framework and Farming for The Future. Read the full submission here.

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Farmers fear impacts of Federal ‘ute tax’


Australia’s peak farm body has today called for amendments to proposed vehicle emissions standards – warning the Government’s preferred policy could lump farmers with impacts such as price increases.  NFF President David Jochinke said farmers could be penalised for not having low emissions vehicle options available.  “We’re working hard as a sector to lower our […]

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NFF submission to new vehicle efficiency standards


The NFF supports efforts to address climate change and pollution, including through strategies to make cars more fuel-efficient. However, the introduction of vehicle efficiency standards must consider any impacts on Australia’s agriculture sector and the productivity of farm businesses. Read the full submission here.

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Draft Framework for Delivering the 450GL of Additional Environmental Water


It is completely inappropriate for the Department to be consulting primary producers, Basin communities, industry, and local Government on a significant policy matter of consequence with only five weeks for consideration. All alternatives must be evaluated and exhausted before consideration of voluntary water purchase options with the least socio-economic impact can occur. Irrigation communities and […]

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NFF calls on Canberra to turn around agriculture’s productivity slump


Today’s ABARES Snapshot of Australian Agriculture shows how the farm sector has positioned itself as a powerhouse in the nation’s economy, but alarm bells are ringing over the already slowing productivity rate which is only predicted to worsen. The report shows the gross value of agricultural production has increased by about 51% in the past […]

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Supermarket inquiry announces dates to hear horror stories


The Senate Select Committee on Supermarket Prices has announced an initial set of dates to hear stories about bad behaviour by supermarkets. The first round of hearings will be in Hobart this Thursday 7 March, then Orange on 12 March and Melbourne at Tullamarine on 13 March. Further dates may be announced at the discretion of […]

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Climate Active Draft Guidance: Land and Agricultural Emissions


The NFF does not hold any notable concerns with the proposed rule changes and additions to the Guideline, specific comments to key matters of interest are articulated in the proceeding sections below. It is important to note, however, that proposed rules will create additional step procedures for entities to undertake and comply with to achieve […]

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