We’re reiterating calls that traceability must play a key role in protecting Australia’s livestock industry following the lifting restrictions on US beef imports to Australia. VFF President Brett Hosking said “there’s no second chance when it comes to protecting Australia’s…
The community spirit is well and truly alive on the Bass Coast. Last weekend a group of volunteers, including some VFF members and representatives were busily collecting donations of hay and non-perishables for drought-stricken farmers. What started small ended up…
We’re excited to introduce you to our new and dedicated Drought Support Advisor, Kim Tupper. Kim’s already hit the ground running to help farmers access existing drought support grants, coordinate well-being events and act as a critical link between farmers…
Didn’t get the chance to join the recent ‘Help protect your farm with WFI Insurance webinar’? A recording of the session is now available, so you can view it whenever suits you! Watch as VFF CEO Charlie Thomas joins WFI’s…
There are a number of Victorian support services currently on offer to help farmers battling: Do you know of other support that’s not listed above? Contact us and we’ll add it to the list:
The VFF has partnered with Nutrien Ag Solutions to provide Victorian farmers with dedicated drought support resources as they continue to face record-breaking drought conditions. The new Nutrien Ag Solutions funded initiative is dubbed the Victorian Drought Support Program and…
The VFF says an additional $75m in Victorian Government drought support funding is a step in the right direction as parts of the state continue to face record drought conditions. VFF President Brett Hosking said the continued support is sorely needed and…
Evidence of some Victorian local government councils slugging huge rate rises on farmers shows the Victorian Government’s local government rate capping policy isn’t working. VFF President Brett Hosking said farmers continue to get the raw end of the stick with…
The Victorian Farmers Federation’s 2025 Livestock Conference is coming to Bendigo this year on July 17. We’ve got a jam-packed lineup of speakers this year including: Also in attendance will be VFF President Brett Hosking, new VFF CEO Charlie Thomas…
We’re urging the Victorian Government to step up and deliver immediate support to drought-affected livestock producers by introducing a targeted rebate scheme for fallen stock collection costs. The VFF has made the request as it continues to work to ensure…
Don’t miss your chance to secure your ticket to this year’s VFF Livestock Conference on July 17 in Bendigo. Get your ticket here and learn more here:
We’ve welcomed the announcement by the Victorian and Federal Governments of new funding for water infrastructure and environmental projects in northern Victoria. The Commonwealth Government will provide $132 million for the Broken Reconfiguration Project, $1.38 million for three new feasibility…