The Victorian Government’s move to dismantle Dairy Food Safety Victoria (DFSV) and replace it with the new Safe Food Victoria must not compromise safety and result in increased costs for the dairy industry. United Dairyfarmers of Victoria President Bernie Free is calling…
In light of Coles’ decision to delay the phase-out of caged eggs until 2030 citing bird flu related supply issues, we’re calling on retailers and the government to take a realistic approach to guarantee the future supply of eggs for…
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…
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…
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says the State Government’s new Victorian Transmission Plan looks more like a roadmap for developers than a fair deal for regional communities. VFF President Brett Hosking said many farmers believe in deep, economy wide emission…