The VFF acknowledges the Victorian Government announcement that it has reached an in-principle agreement on Australia’s first Treaty. VFF President Brett Hosking said ‘the introduction of this legislation today will be the first time it’s been seen by many stakeholders.”…
As local government rates notices hit letterboxes across the state, farmers are highlighting the madness of the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund Tax (ESVF) now hitting the pockets of Victorian homeowners. VFF President Brett Hosking said the mounting outrage is…
Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President Brett Hosking has slammed the current rollout of energy projects, warning that a multi-billion dollar show of good faith may now be the only way to reset and move forward. “Right now, farmers and agricultural land…
The Victorian Farmers Federation’s (VFF) Stock Sense project will continue to work with Victorian livestock producers and strengthen the state’s biosecurity preparedness following an extension of project funding. The total $1.660 million dollar project extension consists of a three-year agreement…
We’ve welcomed the Albanese Government’s announcement today of ongoing certainty for the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) beyond 2026, but says farmers urgently need more meaningful support in the face of record drought. VFF President Brett Hosking said while the move…
We’ve expressed deep disappointment at the passing of the VicGrid Bill through the Legislative Council, warning it grants sweeping powers to the government while doing little to protect farmers and regional communities. VFF President Brett Hosking said the legislation risks…
Later today, the Victorian Legislative Council (Upper House) will begin debating the VicGrid Stage 2 Reform Bill. The vote is on a knife’s edge, and your voice could make all the difference. We need you to call or email a crossbench MLC…
We’ve written to all State MPs, urging them to vote down the contentious VicGrid Amendment Bill that would pave the way for police-backed powers to force entry onto farms and slap landholders with fines of up to $12,100. VFF President…
Huge increases to the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund, crumbling regional roads, maintaining our biosecurity and forcing renewable energy infrastructure developments on communities topping the list of concerns in the Victorian Farmers Federation’s (VFF) inaugural State of the State: Victorian Farmer…
United Dairyfarmers of Victoria (UDV) says the future of some iconic Australian dairy brands could be in jeopardy following the confirmed purchase of Fonterra’s Australian dairy assets by French dairy giant Lactalis. UDV President Bernie Free said the acquisition could…