Policy Platform

As a proudly democratic organisation, VFF members determine the policy positions and advocacy priorities for Victoria’s farming community.
The VFF Policy Council is currently undertaking a review of all general policy positions with the revised statements being progressively published on this website.

Please click the relevant committee below to view their policy statements.

VFF Environment, Planning & Climate Change Committee provides advice on land management issues such as native vegetation, pest management, planning laws, right to farm and bushfire prevention.

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Farm Business

VFF Farm Business Committee promotes a fair and competitive business environment and advocates on issues including regulation, tax, local government rates, trade and drought relief.

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Water

VFF Water Council is the peak representative body for Victorian irrigators and advocates on a range of issues including water security, infrastructure, drainage and the Murray Darling Basin.

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Transport and Infrastrucure

The VFF advocates for the infrastructure and services regional communities need and deserve including better roads and freight, telecommunications, community and health services.

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Workforce & Farm Safety

In conjunction with our Workplace Relations service, the VFF lobbies government in the areas of workforce training and development, industrial relations and occupational health and safety.

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General Policy Platform

As at July 2024

The VFF’s General Policy Statement provides a record of the policy positions adopted and agreed to by Victorian farmers and is the culmination of a rigorous policy setting process undertaken by the VFF Policy Council, its Issues Advisory Committees and the VFF Commodity Policy Councils.