Media Releases
NUW worker survey findings: unfortunately nothing new
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has long been calling for a meaningful solution to the labour woes in the Horticulture industry. “We have called for an Agricultural Visa, an amnesty or visa status resolution for undocumented workers who are at…
Two weeks left for Victorian animal activism inquiry
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on all farmers, supply chain businesses, and agricultural professionals to make a submission to the Victorian Parliament’s Inquiry into the Impact of Animal Activism before it closes in two weeks. “This Inquiry is…
VFF leads mandatory pain relief for mulesing
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) Livestock Group is leading regulatory change in partnership with the Victorian Government to mandate pain relief for mulesing sheep to achieve the highest animal welfare outcomes. “Mulesing remains the most effective method for controlling breech…
Murray Basin Rail Project must be completed as promised
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on the Victorian and Federal Governments to commit to fully funding the Murray Basin Rail Project as originally outlined in the 2015 business case, including the promised increases in Tonne Axle Load (TAL)…
VFF welcomes tighter control of water licence approvals
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) today applauds Minister for Water Lisa Neville for prioritising the protection of the Murray River and existing irrigators by limiting new water licences in the lower Murray region. “This is fantastic news for farmers and…
Tapping into water trading
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is hosting irrigator workshops with independent water consultancy Aither for farmers in Mildura, Kerang, Echuca, Tatura, Numurkah, and Benalla throughout July. “The combination of drought and increasing irrigation demand is putting a lot of pressure…
Protections against farm trespass and theft strengthened by Federal Government
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) congratulates the Morrison-McCormack Government for introducing a Bill in the first sitting week that will strengthen protections for Australian farmers against trespass, theft and other property offences. “I commend the Federal Government for prioritising the…
Livestock industries tackle key issues at Annual Meeting
Members of the cattle, sheep, wool and goat industries will gather at the Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) Livestock Group Annual Meeting to discuss the key challenges facing livestock producers. “Our industry is under increasing scrutiny and many livestock farmers are…
Moratorium on irrigation developments required in the Mallee
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on the Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia Governments, in coordination with the Murray Darling Basin Authority (MDBA), to impose a moratorium on new irrigation developments in the Mallee pending a review…
Animal cruelty is never acceptable
Recent media reports and footage showing animal cruelty on a poultry farm have been strongly condemned by the Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF). “The Victorian Farmers Federation and its members are shocked and appalled by the footage showing contractors abusing animals…
New safety campaign exposes painful reality of quad bike accidents
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) supports the Victorian Government and WorkSafe Victoria safety campaign launched this week to promote safer quad bike use. “The real-life stories shared in the new safety campaign are deeply uncomfortable and painful to hear,” said…
Farmers welcome ‘essential services’ but question how they’ll grow
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed today’s Victorian Budget 2019-20, noting some positive commitments but a number of glaring funding gaps for agriculture. “We are pleased to see significant resourcing for essential areas such as biosecurity and fit-for-purpose roads,…