Media Releases

VFF statement in response to reports the Victorian Government is considering scrapping the existing rate capping framework: To be attributed to Victorian Farmers Federation President, Ryan Milgate: “Reports that the Victorian Government is considering a move to scrap the existing council rate…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says Victoria deserves its fair share of Basin adjustment funding after contributing more high reliability water to the Basin Plan than any other Basin state. VFF Water Council Chair Andrew Leahy said while the VFF…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has rejected a key plank of the 2026 state election platform released by recreational fishing peak body VRFish, warning that a proposal to open “unused road reserves” for public access to waterways would funnel recreational traffic…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is urging farming families to keep child safety front of mind following a recent spate of serious on-farm accidents involving children.  To coincide with National Farm Safety Week, the VFF is issuing the reminder off…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) strongly supports extending Australia’s Right to Repair framework to agricultural machinery, arguing farmers deserve the freedom to choose who repairs the equipment that keeps their businesses running. In our submission to the Commonwealth Treasury’s Right to…

Victorian farmers are being encouraged to take advantage of dedicated farm safety visits and practical resources available through the Victorian Farmers Federation’s Making Our Farms Safer Project (VFF MOFS), as updated dangerous goods regulations commence later this month.  The new Dangerous Goods (High…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says the Victorian Coalition’s $5b funding commitment to fix Victorian’s crumbling roads is a step in the right direction, but warns much more is needed to fix Victoria’s road network.  VFF President Ryan Milgate said the commitment recognised the deplorable state of our road network and the urgent…

Regional drivers are being urged to report every pothole and road hazard as part of a two week ‘Regional road reporting blitz’. The call follows new analysis by VFF showing a shock 75% drop in Victoria’s road repair target in just five…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says new federal environment laws have made it much harder for farmers to manage their own land, with many now facing confusing rules, costly assessments and the risk of severe penalties for everyday farming activities.…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on the both the Federal and Victorian Governments to urgently commit $5 million to progress the Southern Wimmera and Northeast Pyrenees Water Supply Project, warning regional communities cannot afford further delays to critical drought resilience infrastructure.  The…

The Victorian Farmers Federation United Dairyfarmers of Victoria (VFF UDV) says the newly minted Safe Food Victoria must ensure transparent governance, appropriate oversight and clear accountability mechanisms are in place to ensure it delivers benefits for the Victorian dairy sector.…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says the Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) must now reveal what it intends to recommend after their recent release of the 2026 ‘What we heard’ report failed to outline the next steps. VFF Water Council Chair…