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New report warns dairy industry faces devastating impacts from Basin Plan
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says a Ricardo report commissioned by Dairy Australia raises serious concerns over the future of the dairy industry, with water buybacks potentially leading to a further 270 million litre decline in milk production. The report…
VFF appoints Charlie Thomas as new Chief Executive Officer
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is pleased to announce Charlie Thomas has been appointed as the organisation’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) after an extensive recruitment process. VFF President Brett Hosking said he is excited to welcome the wealth of…
Government drought response a welcome first step, but work to be done
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement of an expanded drought assistance package and the 12-month pause on Emergency Services Levy (ESL) increases for primary producers. VFF President Brett Hosking said it represents a step in…
Dairy farmers disappointed with opening milk prices
The United Dairyfarmers of Victoria (UDV) has expressed disappointment in Fonterra’s opening milk price of $8.60/kgMS for the 2025–26 season, saying it falls short of what is needed to sustain Victorian dairy farmers through one of the toughest periods in…
VFF unveils targeted drought framework to support farmers and rural communities
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…
VFF welcomes progress on virtual fencing but calls for drought support to boost adoption
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed the Allan Labor Government’s announcement of draft regulations to enable the legal use of virtual fencing in Victoria, following years of advocacy by the VFF and the broader farming community. However, the organisation…
Farmers Urged to Speak Up on Levy
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on all farmers to make their voices heard in a final push against the proposed Fire Services Property Levy changes, with a parliamentary vote expected next week. The proposal has already sparked widespread…
VFF and FCA unite to fight for fair regional power
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) and Farmers for Climate Action (FCA) have united to call for fair regional power. To bring regional poles and wires and other infrastructure to a better service level will see an investment of $3.6 billion…
VFF calls for urgent drought support in Victorian Budget
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on the Victorian Government to urgently ramp updrought support measures as farmers across the state face worsening conditions and the real threatof business failure. With the Victorian State Budget fast approaching, the VFF…
Farmers demand fair go in energy transition
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition leader Peter Dutton to commit to a fair and balanced transition to renewable energy that puts farmers and regional communities at the centre of Australia’s energy…
Victorians urged to contact MPs to scrap unfair emergency services tax
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is encouraging local community members to contact their local Members of Parliament to demand they vote to scrap the Victorian Government’s proposed new emergency services tax. VFF President Brett Hosking said the unfair proposed tax…
Government must scrap expanded emergency services tax and commit to fairer fire services levy
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on the state government to immediately abandon its proposed expanded tax for emergency services and instead focus on urgently reforming the existing Fire Services Property Levy to ensure it is fair, transparent and…