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New VFF UDV Policy Council leaders unveiled
We’ve announced the outcome of elections required to finalise the appointment of the United Dairy Farmers of Victoria (VFF UDV) Policy Council. The following candidates have been successful for the VFF-UDV Policy Council: VFF UDV President Gippsland Regional Representative Northern…
European Commission renews the approval of glyphosate for 10 years
The European Commission has announced the renewal of glyphosate authorisation for an additional 10 years, a significant decision for the agricultural sector worldwide. Glyphosate, a key herbicide in modern farming, plays a crucial role in managing crop health and productivity.…
Farmer issues raised the world over
Our CEO Brendan Tatham met with representatives from the American-based Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) this morning in Melbourne. Like us here at the Victorian Farmers Federation, but on the other side of the world, they represent farmers and advocate for…
Road safety urged as harvest swings into gear
With harvest getting into full swing across Victoria, we’re asking those on the roads to give heavy vehicles some extra room and stay patient to help keep everyone safe. Drivers can help by: The Victorian Farmers Federation thanks you all…
Confusing memberships gone as VFF delivers new streamlined options
Gone are the days of confusing and unfair VFF memberships after we announced our new membership packages that feature a four-tiered membership structure that makes it easier than ever to join us. VFF President Emma Germano said new and existing…
VFF unveils biggest ever membership overhaul
We’ve completely overhauled our membership packages and offering, introducing a four-tiered membership structure that makes it easier than ever to join Victoria’s peak agriculture and farming lobby group. The new structure represents the largest-ever overhaul of the VFF’s membership options…
Farmers fed up with Basin politics
The recent Senate Report into the Murray-Darling Basin Plan further demonstrates that rural communities are being treated as political pawns. VFF Water Council Chair Andrew Leahy said farmers and rural communities deserve better from decision makers on an issue that…
Water buyback plan would devastate rural communities
The Productivity Commission’s Murray-Darling Basin Plan Implementation Review backing of more water buybacks would irreversibly damage Basin farming communities and tears up a decade-long agreement to collaboratively manage the river system. VFF Water Council Chair Andrew Leahy said the 262-page…
European agreement a no-go for farmers
We’re warning the Albanese Government not to sign the Australian-European Free Trade Agreement, labelling it a bad deal for Victorian agriculture. VFF President Emma Germano urged Trade Minister Don Farrell to withhold signing the agreement at the G7 Trade Minister’s…
VFF Pre-Harvest Fire Safety Webinar: Catchup recording now available
In preparation for this year’s harvest, the VFF partnered with the CFA (Country Fire Association) to host a webinar on Wednesday 18 October for all farmers. Victoria is one of the most fire-prone areas in the world. Confirmation from the…
Decisions yet to be made on the safety of Glyphosate
Initial hearings of the class action against Monsanto Australia, seeking to specifically establish whether glyphosate is carcinogenic have now concluded. The parties are required to file written closing submissions by early November and will be heard on 29 January 2024.…