We’ve welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement of an expanded drought assistance package and the 12-month pause on Emergency Services Levy (ESL) increases for primary producers. VFF President Brett Hosking said it represents a step in the right direction as Victoria…
Our President Brett Hosking met directly with Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan to outline a drought response framework that’s designed to deliver timely and targeted support to farmers and regional communities battling incredible drought. It outlines a three-tiered approach to drought…
The United Dairyfarmers of Victoria (UDV) has expressed disappointment in Fonterra’s opening milk price of $8.60/kgMS for the 2025–26 season, saying it falls short of what is needed to sustain Victorian dairy farmers through one of the toughest periods in…
Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President Brett Hosking has unveileda comprehensive and scalable drought response framework designed to delivertimely, targeted support to farmers and regional communities battling prolongeddry conditions. “Our farmers are doing it tough. With rainfall in some regions falling…
We’re calling on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition leader Peter Dutton to commit to a fair and balanced transition to renewable energy that puts farmers and regional communities at the centre of Australia’s energy future. VFF President Brett Hosking…
We’re encouraging local community members to contact their local Members of Parliament to demand they vote to scrap the Victorian Government’s proposed new emergency services tax. VFF President Brett Hosking said the unfair proposed tax hike has sparked unity among…
The Coalition’s pledge for regional road funding is a step in the right direction. VFF President Brett Hosking said “it’s a small step in the right direction towards the huge investment needed to fix our crumbling road network.” “The reality…
We’re calling on the Victorian Government to immediately abandon its proposed expanded tax for emergency services and instead focus on urgently reforming the existing Fire Services Property Levy to ensure it is fair, transparent and sustainable for all Victorians. VFF…
Today we are announcing VFF Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Brendan Tatham has resigned from his position after almost three years in the role with his last day being this Friday 11 April 2025. Brendan Tatham: “I came in to rebuild…
We need your help to stop the proposed extension of the Fire Services Property Levy (FSPL) by voicing your concerns to decision makers. Under the proposed changes, the median fire services levy for primary producers will jump from $621 to $1,299…