We’re warning Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers to rule out changes to capital gains tax concessions on farm transfers in next Tuesday’s Federal Budget, warning that asset-based taxes applied to working farms would amount to an inheritance tax on family farming…
We’ve labelled AusNet’s application for compulsory land acquisition powers for the Western Renewables Link (WRL) as a disgrace, warning it represents a huge escalation in pressure tactics against regional landholders. VFF Acting President Peter Star said the move enabled by recent changes to the Electricity Industry…
We’ve welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement to secure a vital 10 million litre diesel reserve for Victorian agriculture industry. VFF Acting President Peter Star said it was a sensible step to strengthen confidence across the sector and a step in the right direction after sustained advocacy…
Regional Victoria has been left wanting after the Victorian Budget largely ignored much-needed critical funding and left unanswered questions for the state’s multi-billion dollar agriculture industry. VFF Acting President Peter Star said many in the regions would be disappointed at…
We appeared before the 2026 Summer Bushfires Inquiry to present the perspective of farmers. Our focus was on practical issues affecting preparedness, response and recovery including fuel management, local firefighting capacity, water access and the growing complexity of infrastructure across…
In the face of surging inflation figures, we’re urging the Federal Government to deliver a $1.3 billion fuel crisis payment to primary producers in the upcoming May Budget to address rising input costs and restore fairness after recent fuel excise relief…
We say the Victorian Government’s announcement of $1.04 billion for road repairs and resurfacing fails to deliver the level of investment required to fix the Victoria’s deteriorating road network. VFF Acting President Peter Star said while any funding boost is welcome, the package largely reflects rising costs and does little to address…
Following the Victorian National Party pre-selection process, VFF President Brett Hosking has been endorsed as the candidate for the seat of Murray Plains. In accordance with clause 26.1.1 of the VFF Constitution, Brett is required to step aside from his…
Farmers, industry leaders and regional stakeholders from across Victoria are set to converge in Ballarat this June, with tickets now officially on sale for the 2026 VFF Conference. The event will take place on Monday 1 and Tuesday 2 June 2026 at the Goods Shed, bringing together…
The VFF UDV is continuing to support dairy farmers impacted by ongoing payment delays from Frestine Dairy Australia, with some suppliers who ceased supply in April still unpaid for milk produced in March. VFF UDV President Bernie Free said his…