Media Releases
Murray Basin Rail Project must be delivered as promised
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on both the Victorian and Federal Governments to deliver the vital Murray Basin Rail Project (MBRP) in full, as promised in 2015. VFF President David Jochinke said the VFF was promised the standardisation…
Quad Bike Safety Rebate Scheme saves lives
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is encouraging Victorian farmers to claim a $1,200 rebate for two quad bike operator protection devices (OPDs) or a safer alternative farm vehicle before the Quad Bike Safety Rebate Scheme closes on 30 June 2020.…
New National Road Train Network to increase Victorian freight efficiency
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) welcomes the new National Road Train notice which promises to improve cross-border road freight movements and reduce red-tape for growers in Victoria’s North West. VFF Grains Group President Ashley Fraser said the notice paves the…
On the spot fines a positive first step towards protecting farmers
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is pleased the Victorian Government has accepted a recommendation to introduce on the spot fines for animal activists who invade farms, but the proposed changes do not do enough to protect farmers. VFF Vice President…
Fill your esky in regional Victoria this Queen’s Birthday
This long weekend, Victorians will have their first opportunity in months to take a trip to regional Victoria and enjoy all the spoils that our amazing land and agriculture industry has to offer. Victorian Farmers Federation Vice President Emma Germano…
VFF secures wins with South West Victoria machinery access
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) welcomes the announcement from a number of South West Victorian Councils and Shires regarding the increased agricultural machinery and heavy vehicle access across the regions. The VFF worked with local farmers, the Department of Transport…
Councils put on notice over farm rates
Victorian farmers are putting local government on notice as councils prepare their draft budgets for 2020-21. This week VFF President David Jochinke wrote to the state’s rural and regional mayors warning them that Victorian farmers will strongly oppose any unfair…
More time to apply for bushfire recovery fencing grants
The Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund (GERF) and Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) have extended the closing date for the bushfire recovery fencing grants program. More than 100 farmers have already received assistance under the program, which will now be open until…
Hey Aussie Super Funds: let’s talk!
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on the Victorian and Australian Governments to develop an Agriculture Investment Strategy that will incentivise Australian superannuation funds to invest in our ‘bulletproof’ agriculture industry. VFF President David Jochinke said COVID-19 has highlighted…
VFF postpones all elections and conferences to 2021 in response to COVID-19 restrictions
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) will defer all remaining conferences and elections until 2021 in response to the current COVID-19 restrictions around large gatherings that are expected to persist throughout 2020. The decision will impact all corresponding elections for President,…
GERF and VFF team up to support farmers in need
The Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund will partner with the Victorian Farmers Federation to support farmers affected by the East Gippsland bushfires. Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund (GERF) President John Mitchell announced on Friday the fund has allocated $1.4 million to farmers…
VFF Submission to Federal and State Bushfire inquiries calls for sensible fuel management
The Victorian Farmers Federation has provided a detailed report to the Federal Government’s Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster Arrangements and the Victorian Government’s Inquiry into the 2019-20 Victorian Bushfire Season. VFF President David Jochinke said the 2019-2020 bushfire season…