Media Releases

VFF STATEMENT: Queensland farmer Hamish McIntyre elected new National Farmers Federation (NFF) President To be attributed to Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President, Brett Hosking: “I would like to congratulate incoming National Farmers’ Federation President, Hamish McIntyre and look forward to working…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed the Federal Government’s significant amendments to its proposed superannuation tax, describing the changes as a substantial improvement that will protect thousands of farming families from the worst impacts of the original policy. VFF…

VFF STATEMENT: In response to reports of some farmers receiving access notices from Transmission Company Victoria (TCV) for their land as part of the VNI West Transmission Project To be attributed to Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President, Brett Hosking: “We’ve…

The United Dairyfarmers of Victoria (UDV) says 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. …

In light of Coles’ decision to delay the phase-out of caged eggs until 2030 citing bird flu related supply issues, the Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on retailers and the government to take a realistic approach to guarantee the…

Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) statement: In response to Victoria’s Statewide Treaty Agreement. The VFF acknowledges the Victorian Government announcement that it has reached an in-principle agreement on Australia’s first Treaty.  The below is attributed to VFF President, Brett Hosking:  “The introduction of…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has condemned the Federal Government following the Federal Court’s damning decision that exposed the complete failure of former Environment and Water Minister Tanya Plibersek to read a Murray-Darling Basin water resource plan before approving it.…

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.  Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) President Brett Hosking said the…

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…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has 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…

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has 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…