Did you miss the VFF local government rates webinar or want to watch it back? You can catch up anytime by clicking here. A huge thanks to our speakers and those who came to help advocate for rate change in…
We’re urging a solution after the sudden halt of a northern Victorian knackery’s stock disposal service has left some farmers without access to the critical service. VFF Livestock Group President Scott Young said the VFF is working with Agriculture Victoria…
You are invited to attend a webinar on local government rates and local advocacy hosted by the Victorian Farmers Federation on Thursday 20 March 2025 at 12 noon. The webinar will provide an overview of the VFF’s analysis of changes in…
The proposed hikes to the proposed Fire Services Levy could see some farmers forced to pay up to 400% on top of the current levy. VFF President Brett Hosking said the levy flagged by the Victorian Government would place an…
Don’t miss the 2025 VFF Grains Conference on 17 March at the Horsham Golf Club. It’s your chance to hear from an impressive roster of speakers covering transport, land use conflict, sustainability, market updates and farm safety. Drawing upon the…
We’re calling on the state and federal governments to pause the proposed national phaseout of conventional cages by 2036 until a reliable supply of eggs to the community and businesses can be guaranteed. VFF Egg Group President Meg Parkinson said…
Farm crime remains a significant problem in rural Victoria, costing communities millions. We recently caught up with Victoria Police’s farm crime coordination unit head Inspector Paul Hargreaves to discuss the best ways farmers can help deter crooks. Increasing security, signage,…
Notice is given that the 46th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Victorian Farmers Federation (ACN 079 980 304) (VFF) will be held at: Date of Meeting: Wednesday 19 February 2025 Time of Meeting: 10:00am Place of Meeting: Customer Insight Centre Theatre, Telstra,…
Much need rain has fallen across parts of the state recently, helping to reduce the fire risk. For some, unfortunately it’s too little, too late. Last week, a host of VFF representatives including President Brett Hosking and Vice-President Peter Star…
Victoria is starting to dry out and that means more risk of bushfires. With the support of the Victorian Government and as part of the Emergency Fodder Support Program, we’re reminding truck transport operators to pre-register their details with us.…
The Victorian Farmers Federation Making our Farms Safer Project (VFF MOFS)is aiming to tackle the scourge of mental health in rural communities bylaunching the new ‘Harvesting Change’ handbook for farmers. VFF Vice-President and Chair of the Making our Farmers Safer…
We’ve welcomed the Victorian Government recognising farming as a priority sector to boost the state’s productivity, but says a clear strategy to protect important agricultural land is required. In response to the Economic Growth Statement released today, VFF President Emma…