The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says the announcement that the Geelong truck will cease operations in September will leave a gaping hole in the state’s biosecurity safety net and is calling on the Victorian Government to overhaul the failing network.…
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says 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…
Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President Brett Hosking has today unveiled a comprehensive and scalable drought response framework designed to deliver timely, targeted support to farmers and regional communities battling prolonged dry conditions. “Our farmers are doing it tough. With rainfall…
The Presidents of Australian Dairy Farmers (ADF), United Dairy Farmers of Victoria (UDV) and Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) have announced a settlement in the legal dispute over VFF UDV’s membership of ADF. The settlement will see VFF UDV remaining a…
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on the state and federal governments to pause the proposed national phaseout of conventional cages by 2036 until a reliable supply of eggs to the community and businesses can be guaranteed. VFF Egg…
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed millions in much needed Victorian Government drought funding assistance for South West farmers amidst record-breaking dry conditions. VFF President Emma Germano said the $13.53 million funding package would be used to help give…
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says the Victorian Government’s decision to extend the unprotection order for dingoes is a common sense move that will ensure farmers are equipped with the tools needed to protect their livestock. VFF President Emma Germano said the…
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says the green lighting of Melbourne’s Airport’s third runway will be an economic boom for Victoria’s agriculture industry and enable the sector to solidify itself as Australia’s most valuable agriculture exporter. VFF President Emma Germano…
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says farmers and regional communities are confused about whether they are eligible for drought assistance or where they can turn to for support as Victoria’s green drought lingers and farmers approach the critical spring growing…
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed the Victorian Government’s Biosecurity Control funding announcement that enables the VFF Stock Sense biosecurity initiative to continue operating for another year. The funding includes $395,000 from the Cattle fund and $395,000 from the Sheep and…
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says the lack of basic road maintenance is a major factor behind the sobering results highlighted in the RACV’s ‘My Country Road’ survey. The annual survey identified regional potholes and road conditions as the number one safety…
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed the partnership between Agriculture Victoria and Halter in trialling the use of virtual fencing technology at the government’s Ellinbank Smartfarm. VFF President Emma Germano said the move was a forward step towards…