Policy Platform

Policy Platform

As a proudly democratic organisation, VFF members determine the policy positions and advocacy priorities for Victoria’s farming community. 
The VFF Policy Council is currently undertaking a review of all general policy positions with the revised statements being progressively published on this website. 

Please click the relevant committee below to view their policy statements.

Animal Welfare
The VFF is a leading voice on farm animal welfare concerns.
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Biosecurity
The VFF is a leading voice for protecting farm businesses from biosecurity threats.
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Environment, Planning and Climate Change
VFF Environment, Planning & Climate Change Committee provides advice on land management issues such as native vegetation, pest management, planning laws, right to farm and bushfire prevention.
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Farm Business
VFF Farm Business Committee promotes a fair and competitive business environment and advocates on issues including regulation, tax, local government rates, trade and drought relief.
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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.
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Transport and Infrastrucure
The VFF advocates for the infrastructure and services regional communities need and deserve including better roads and freight, telecommunications, community and health services.
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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.
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General Policy Platform

As at July 2024

The VFF’s General Policy Statement provides a record of the policy positions adopted and agreed to by Victorian farmers and is the culmination of a rigorous policy setting process undertaken by the VFF Policy Council, its Issues Advisory Committees and the VFF Commodity Policy Councils. 

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