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New faces set to the lead the VFF
Minyip cropping farmer Ryan Milgate has been named as the Victorian Farmers Federation’s (VFF) incoming President following the closure of nominations for a number of VFF representative positions. Mr Milgate will be joined by Ballan livestock farmer Scott Young as VFF Vice- President. The pair are…
New analysis shows Basin water buybacks sending Victoria backwards
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says the Murray-Darling Basin Authority’s (MDBA) own analysis shows further water buybacks are unlikely to deliver significant improvements in environmental objectives across the Basin and zero improvements in any Victorian river systems including the Victorian…
Farmers left wanting after National Cabinet fuel response
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says today’s National Cabinet outcomes fall short of delivering the certainty farmers need, warning that more must be done to give farmers confidence. VFF President Brett Hosking said while the Federal Government’s temporary fuel excise…
Free public transport to help fuel-stretched farmers
VFF STATEMENT: In response to free public transport announcement from the Victorian Government To be attributed to Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President, Brett Hosking:“Victorian farmers welcome today’s announcement by the Premier to make public transport free, following calls from the farming community.”…
Water lifeline helps farmers through historic drought
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) welcomes the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action’s (DEECA) efforts to strengthen Emergency Water Supply Points (EWSPs) across Victoria, providing critical support for farmers and rural communities during drought and other emergencies. DEECA has…
Ag industry hung out to dry in EU deal
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says local farmers have been sold out and will be the big losers in a newly minted free-trade agreement signed between Australia and the European Union (EU). VFF President Brett Hosking said it was clear the…
Enough is enough’: Farmers and environmentalists unite after cuts leave Victoria exposed to invasive species
Farmers, conservationists and community advocates have formed a new alliance to push for action on invasive species ahead of the November Victorian election, warning government cuts to frontline programs have left the state dangerously exposed to exploding pest populations. New…
Commuters urged to ditch the car to preserve critical farming fuel
Victorian farmers are urging commuters to consider swapping their car for public transport and the government to make public transport free, with the potential fuel savings helping ensure farmers can keep planting, harvesting and producing food as our fuel crisis lingers. Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President Brett Hosking said fuel…
Next crop of Victorian farming leaders sought
The next cohort of Victorian farming leaders are encouraged to nominate for a number of roles, including Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President and Vice-President as part of the 2026 VFF Elections. The VFF is seeking nominations for: VFF- VFF United Dairyfarmers of Victoria- VFF CEO and Returning Officer Charlie Thomas encouraged…
Farmers shocked by last-minute transmission land-grab bid
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on the State Parliament to reject a last minute government amendment that would green-light power companies to compulsorily acquire farmers’ land for transmission lines before environmental and planning approvals are even finished. The proposed…
VFF UDV calls for Dairy Food Safety Victoria to be retained
The Victorian Farmers Federation United Dairy Farmers of Victoria (VFF UDV) says it won’t support the absorption of Dairy Food Safety Victoria (DFSV) into Safe Food Victoria without the business case the Victorian Government committed to providing, demonstrating clear benefit…
Urgent action needed to secure fuel supply
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling for urgent action from the Federal Government to strengthen Australia’s fuel security in response to growing global volatility in fuel markets and geopolitical uncertainty. Recent global events have highlighted vulnerabilities in Australia’s fuel…