We Are Advocates For Farmers
The VFF represents the interests of farmers and regional communities to government and on industry bodies. Our members participate in the policy process through a range of forums and committees to develop our platform and campaigns.
Select from the links below to learn more about our policy and advocacy:
Farm Business
VFF Farm Business and Regional Development committee promotes a fair and competitive business environment and advocates on issues including regulation, tax, local government rates, trade and drought relief.
Water
VFF Water Council is the peak representative body for Victorian irrigators and advocates on a range of issues including water security, infrastructure, drainage and the Murray Darling Basin.
Land Management
VFF Land Management Committee provides advice on land management issues such as native vegetation, pest management, planning laws, right to farm and bushfire prevention.
Workforce & Farm Safety
In conjunction with our Workplace Relations service, the VFF lobbies government in the areas of workforce training and development, industrial relations and occupational health and safety.
Regional Development & Infrastructure
The VFF advocates for the infrastructure and services regional communities need and deserve including better roads and freight, telecommunications, community and health services.
Animal Welfare & Biosecurity
The VFF is a leading voice on farm animal welfare concerns and protecting farm businesses from biosecurity threats.
Recent Submissions
VFF responses to government on current issues. View all submissions →
NSW Upper House Inquiry into Floodplain Harvesting
The VFF is concerned there remain historic issues in the Northern Basin around water management, compliance, floodplain harvesting…
Bellarine Peninsula Statement of Planning Policy
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) welcomes the opportunity to submit in response to the Bellarine Peninsula Distinctive Area…
Adaption Action Plan
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) welcomes the opportunity to submit in response to the industry Adaption Action Plans…
Policy Council
The VFF Policy Council is the organisation’s peak policymaking body, underpinning the organisations advocacy work. It consists of the VFF President, Vice President, Commodity Group Chairs or their nominee, the Chairs of the VFF Issues Advisory Committees (Farm Business and Regional Development, Land Management and Water Council) and the President of the VFF Industrial Association.
Featured Campaigns
Take a look at our campaigns to see what the VFF is up to and how you can get involved. View all campaigns →
Wrong Tax, Wrong Time: Say no to the Windfall Gains Tax
Victoria’s new rezoning tax The Victorian Farmers Federation is opposed to the Victorian Government’s proposed windfall gains tax that was introduced into Parliament on 12…
Riverside camping fact sheet
What you need to know about licensed river frontage camping in 2021The Victorian Government is pursuing a policy to allow camping on Crown Land river…
Your Right to Repair
The VFF’s campaign for the right to repair farm machinery Barriers to the repair of farm machinery such as difficulty accessing parts and restrictions on…
Have Your Say
The VFF regularly consults its members on current issues and government consultations. To get involved, get in touch with the VFF Policy Team at [email protected].
