The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has consistently advocated for government funding to
provide tangible outcomes for Victoria’s agriculture industry and rural communities.
It is time to rebalance the ledger to ensure fairness and appropriate support for rural and
regional Victorians. Agriculture and the food chain make a significant contribution to the
State’s economy, in 2022-23 Victoria accounted for 24 per cent of the Australia’s food and
fibre exports by value. In dollar terms, Victoria’s food and fibre sector’s exports amounted to
$19.6 billion. 1
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