Media Releases
VFF Statement: Victoria’s Statewide Treaty Agreement
Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) statement: In response to Victoria’s Statewide Treaty Agreement. The VFF acknowledges the Victorian Government announcement that it has reached an in-principle agreement on Australia’s first Treaty. The below is attributed to VFF President, Brett Hosking: “The introduction of…
Farmers left stunned by Federal Government incompetence
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has condemned the Federal Government following the Federal Court’s damning decision that exposed the complete failure of former Environment and Water Minister Tanya Plibersek to read a Murray-Darling Basin water resource plan before approving it.…
Farmers say rates notices preview Fire Services Tax pain
As local government rates notices hit letterboxes across the state, farmers are highlighting the madness of the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund Tax (ESVF) now hitting the pockets of Victorian homeowners. Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President Brett Hosking said the…
VFF calls on government to stump up for major energy transition reset
Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President Brett Hosking has slammed the current rollout of energy projects, warning that a multi-billion dollar show of good faith may now be the only way to reset and move forward.  “Right now, farmers and agricultural land…
Animal health and biosecurity boost following project extension
The Victorian Farmers Federation’s (VFF) Stock Sense project will continue to work with Victorian livestock producers and strengthen the state’s biosecurity preparedness following an extension of project funding. The total $1.660 million dollar project extension consists of a three-year agreement…
RIC certainty welcome, but more support needed
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed the Albanese Government’s announcement today of ongoing certainty for the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) beyond 2026, but says farmers urgently need more meaningful support in the face of record drought. VFF President Brett…
VicGrid Bill passes, but fails rural communities
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has expressed deep disappointment at the passing of the VicGrid Bill through the Legislative Council, warning it grants sweeping powers to the government while doing little to protect farmers and regional communities. VFF President Brett…
VFF slams VicGrid power play
The Victorian Federation (VFF) has written to state MPs to vote down the contentious VicGrid Amendment Bill that would pave the way for police-backed powers to force entry onto farms and slap landholders with fines of up to $12,100. VFF…
Farmer frustration highlighted in inaugural farmer survey
Huge increases to the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund, crumbling regional roads, maintaining our biosecurity and forcing renewable energy infrastructure developments on communities topping the list of concerns in the Victorian Farmers Federation’s (VFF) inaugural State of the State: Victorian Farmer…
Lactalis purchase could spell the end for iconic dairy brands Â
The United Dairyfarmers of Victoria (UDV) says the future of some iconic Australian dairy brands could be in jeopardy following the confirmed purchase of Fonterra’s Australian dairy assets by French dairy giant Lactalis. UDV President Bernie Free said the acquisition…
Plan ‘to keep the lights on’ still leaves farmers in the darkÂ
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says the State Government’s new Victorian Transmission Plan looks more like a roadmap for developers than a fair deal for regional communities. VFF President Brett Hosking said many farmers believe in deep, economy wide emission…
Proposed government job cuts could leave farmers vulnerable
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is concerned proposed staff reductions to key Victorian Government departments could leave Victoria’s $20 billion dollar agriculture industry vulnerable to the risks posed by devastating pests and biosecurity threats. VFF President Brett Hosking said the…