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08 March 2021
Australia's proposed agriculture workforce strategy is "food for thought", says NFFAustralia's National Farmers Federation (NFF) says that the release of the National Agriculture Workforce Strategy comes as farmers seek immediate and longer-term answers to crippling worker shortages. ...
04 March 2021
How to protect your farm data from cyber attacksProducers and small businesses in Australia’s red meat and livestock industry can help protect their data from common cyber-attacks with a new, easy-to-read guide to cyber security now available to download for free....
Australia's NFF says that farmgate output of $100 billion by 2030 is possibleAs the Australian government forecasts the best year on record for the agriculture sector, the National Farmers Federation says that farmgate output could rise to $100 billion by 2030....
01 March 2021
Chinese investment in Australia plummets amid tensionsChinese investment in Australia fell by 61% in 2020 to the lowest level recorded by the Australian National University in six years, coinciding with a worsening diplomatic dispute....
23 February 2021
Australia enacts tougher penalties for those who undermine biosecurity lawsNew biosecurity legislation will give courts the ability to impose higher penalties for those who flout the law. ...
16 February 2021
MLA’s delivery of higher impact RD&A for the red meat industryWith MLA’s Strategic Plan 2025 a little over 12 months in operation, Mick Crowley, General Manager – Research, Development & Adoption, talks about how MLA’s RD&A program areas, particularly the Investment Call, are evolving to align with MLA’s...
15 February 2021
Australian beef producer sustainability survey now openBeef producers are being encouraged to participate in the Australian Beef Sustainability Framework’s (ABSF) annual survey that helps to promote and protect the industry as well as track performance....
Genomic selection driving fertilityImproved fertility of northern beef herds is on the horizon, with more research to improve the accuracy of estimated breeding values (EBVs) for female reproductive traits....
09 February 2021
Australia's NFF issues statement on agriculture and climate emissions Tony Maher, CEO of Australia's National Farmers Federation states that its climate policy is clear - farming and agriculture cannot be worse off going forward with any carbon commitments or emissions reduction schemes....
05 February 2021
NFF Australia prioritises trade, labour regulations and climate readiness in proposed budgetFarmers have provided a detailed list of what Government can do to propel the sector’s contribution to Australia’s COVID-19 economic recovery and to support a continued prosperous future....
01 February 2021
Australian farmers welcome findings of key environmental reportAustralia's National Farmers Federation has welcomed the final report that reviews the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Act, saying that the agriculture sector can now work to implement the findings....
25 January 2021
Fall armyworm: emerging pest affecting Australia's dairy farmsFall Armyworm (FAW) is a recently detected plant pest in Australia that has the potential to cause significant damage to a wide range of crops. It first appeared in Australia in early 2020 and has now been detected in Queensland, NSW and Western Australia....
13 January 2021
NFF Australia calls for dedicated agriculture visa to address labour shortages The National Farmers Federation (NFF) is urging the Australian government to create a dedicated agriculture visa to help the sector achieve its potential. ...
06 January 2021
Australian export update – Japan and South Korea stand outNovember was another challenging month for Australian red meat exports, with tight supply of livestock impacting exports, particularly beef and mutton....
25 December 2020
Australian cattle prices remain at premium to global competitorsGlobal cattle prices remain disjointed, with a variety of supply and demand factors influencing sharp price movements throughout the year, according to Meat & Livestock Australia. ...
23 December 2020
Meat and Livestock Australia Reflects on 2020, Looks forward to 2021Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Managing Director Jason Strong, and General Manager - International Markets, Andrew Cox, reflect on the remarkable year that has transpired in 2020 with MLA International Business Manager, Josh Anderson....
22 December 2020
Farm lobby supports Australia's WTO case against ChinaAustralia's National Farmers Federation has voiced its support for a rules-based trading system as Australia begins a WTO dispute settlement process with China....
21 December 2020
Australian cattle resilient throughout 2020For the Australian cattle market, trying to capture how 2020 unfolded is a difficult task, as pandemic-induced disruptions and changing seasons resulted in unpredictable situations unfolding. ...
17 December 2020
Australian inquiry lends support to growth plan for ag sector An inquiry in Australia's parliament has voiced support for the farm sector's growth vision for 2030. ...
15 December 2020
Methane-reducing seaweed additive wins The Food Planet PrizeA seaweed-based cattle feed that dramatically reduces methane emissions, outlined by research body CSIRO, has won the largest monetary reward on the global food stage....
13 December 2020
Australia's NFF welcomes new climate change measures and reduced emissions targetsThe National Farmers' Federation says that Australia's suite of climate change action measures recognise the agriculture sector's capacity to reduce emissions and mitigate climate change. ...
11 December 2020
Australia's NFF urges workers to speak out if they are mistreated on farms National Farmers' Federation President Fiona Simson encourages workers to report any on-farm mistreatment or abuse to the relevant authorities. ...
10 December 2020
New report shows Australia's agriculture sector weathering the challenges of 2020The National Farmers' Federation released its 2020 report card and says that Australia's agriculture sector is poised for growth in 2021. ...
08 December 2020
China suspends beef imports from sixth Australian supplierChina has suspended imports of beef from Australia’s Meramist Pty Ltd from 7 December....
25 November 2020
New report from Australia's NFF sets agriculture up for a sustainable futureThe input of more than 500 farmers and subject matter experts has contributed to a report released by the National Farmers’ Federation, which is a preliminary step towards transforming the relationship between agriculture and environmental management...
24 November 2020
Australia’s PM says Chinese tensions are due to a misrepresentation of interestsAustralian Prime Minister Scott Morrison believes that tension between Australia and China are being driven by incorrect assumptions shaped by a rivalry between China and the United States....
21 November 2020
Emerging research shows that Australians care more about their food since the start of the pandemicThe research from the National Farmers Federation shows that almost one quarter of Australians say that COVID-19 has made them more conscious of where their food comes from. ...
20 November 2020
Australia celebrates National Agriculture DayAustralians turned out in huge numbers on 20 November to celebrate National Agriculture Day....
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