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Coalition, Greens and independents unite to back farmers


Australian farmers welcome the support of Coalition, Greens and independent MPs, who voted together in opposition to the Biosecurity Protection Levy in the lower house today. National Farmers’ Federation President David Jochinke said while farmers were disappointed to see the controversial levy progress to the Senate, it was encouraging to see MPs validating the industry’s […]

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2 days ago


Farmers welcome revised New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, but remain alert on impacts


Farmers welcome amendments announced today to delay timelines for the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard legislation, but continue to warn impacts may still be felt by Australian farmers. National Farmers’ Federation President David Jochinke was pleased the Federal Government had listened to producers’ concerns, easing the targets set for utes and some 4WDs. “Farmers support emissions […]

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3 days ago


Statement on live cattle class action delay


Comments attributable to NFF President, David Jochinke Recent news that the Government has requested a nine month delay in proceedings will be a bitter blow to victims of the illegal 2011 live cattle export ban.  I was in the Territory when this news broke, and I’ve seen how visibly angry and upset this has made […]

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4 days ago


US pull back on vehicle emissions timings should sound warning in Australia


The National Farmers’ Federation says news overnight the United States Environmental Protection Agency has altered the timelines of its vehicle emission standards because of impacts on consumers and manufacturers should serve as a caution to the Australian Government about the potential impacts of the proposed New Vehicle Efficiency Standards (NVES). NFF President David Jochinke said […]

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1 week ago


NFF urges parliament to side with farmers on biosecurity levy


The National Farmers’ Federation is sending a message to politicians to do the right thing by Australian farmers as debate on the controversial Biosecurity Protection Levy kicks off in the House of Representatives today. NFF President David Jochinke said despite the mounting evidence the levy was poor policy and should be scrapped, the Government had […]

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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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2 weeks ago


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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2 weeks ago


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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3 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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3 weeks ago


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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3 weeks ago


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