Animal Welfare & Biosecurity
EPA Waste Determination Discussion Paper
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) welcomes the opportunity to submit in response to the EPA Waste determination discussion paper. Animal manure and organic compost are integral by-products and inputs for the Victorian agricultural industries. Their production and use varies across…
State Budget 2020-21
Victorian farmers contribute over $13.16 billion to Victoria’s economy, representing 27.8% of the state’s exports valued at $11.9 billion. Over 87,000 Victorians are employed in the state’s agricultural industries that underpins our rural and regional communities. In order to continue…
Draft Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines for Poultry
The VFF welcomes the opportunity to make a submission on the draft Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines for Poultry, which was released for public comment in November 2017. Farmers care for their animals and are strong advocates of good…