National Farmers' Federation

Congratulations to our 2024 DiALP graduates! With invaluable support from mentors across the agriculture sector, these exceptional leaders have taken the next steps in driving positive change. From advancing rural community initiatives to gaining industry skills, the journey has been inspiring. Kelly Nankivel, Tintinara SA shares, “Through the program my mentor has empowered me to set ambitious goals, helping me drive meaningful change in my career and contribute to the ongoing success of rural communities and the feedlot industry.” Becky Dickinson, Warragul VIC adds, “The program has been instrumental in helping me navigate key career challenges, with my mentor offering invaluable guidance and practical solutions to grow as a leader in agriculture.” Thank you to our dedicated mentors for your mentorship and support—together, we’re shaping the future of agriculture. 📸: Rachel Lenehan Photography

We welcome the signing of the Australia-UAE trade deal! This landmark CEPA will remove tariffs on key Aussie exports, saving farmers ~$50M annually. It’s a huge step in trade diversification, resilience, and growth for our high-quality produce in the Middle East. Big thanks to Minister Farrell & the Govt for driving this forward! Read more in our media release 🔗

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Seeking Sustainability Stories Our upcoming AASF Agricultural Sustainability Exchange is now less than a month away! To be held at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday 4th December, this jam-packed full day event will be delving into everything agriculture and sustainability. An opportunity to share knowledge and experience will be a prominent feature of the Exchange. We are seeking Expressions of Interest for 10-minute TED-style talks on your exciting sustainability project or initiative - whether it's already in progress or starting soon. If you have a story you'd like to share, please head to our online form and fill in your details: https://buff.ly/3Yu1khK Expressions of interest close on 15th November and if you are selected, presentations will need to be submitted by 29th November. Do you know of someone with an awesome project or initiative? Please share this invitation with them! If you're planning to join us in Melbourne but haven't registered yet, head to our event page to secure your spot as numbers are limited. https://buff.ly/4hMgkAG

Passionate about agriculture and supporting the next generation of ag professionals? Join our team as our Training & Career Development Coordinator! In this dynamic role, you'll support AgCAREERSTART participants from onboarding through skill-building, ensuring they thrive in their placements and are equipped for rewarding agricultural careers. If you're a people person with experience in learning development, this could be the ideal opportunity! 📍 Remote, 12-month contract with flexibility for domestic travel. 💡 Ready to make an impact? Apply here ➡️ https://buff.ly/3YUIhi0

We have presented 20 strategic investment priorities in its 2025-26 Pre-Budget Submission, aiming to bolster national productivity through agriculture. Key proposals include $1 billion to enhance freight supply chains, $175 million for farmworker accommodation, and $150 million for climate-related R&D. Other priorities focus on farmer wellbeing, digital connectivity, and rural mental health. Our President David Jochinke emphasises agriculture’s role in overcoming economic challenges with collaborative support across the political spectrum. Read more in our media release

Counting down to #AgDayAU! Next week we celebrate all the amazing people who grow, raise, and harvest the food on our tables. 🍎 Here are a few ideas to help you celebrate: 🍐 Host a BBQ or smoko at work with lots of Aussie produce. A great excuse to finish the working week on a delicious note! 📱 Share stories from farmers with your friends and families on social media 👕Rock some AgDay merch- the I 💚farmers shirt is always a hit! 📸 Enter the AgDay photo and video comp. There’s no age or skill limit, so show us your paddock POV pronto! https://buff.ly/4dnVPGO Let’s come together to honour the hard work behind every crop and paddock and celebrate the heart of Australian agriculture. Who’s ready for November 15?

We welcome the Govt’s response to APVMA reviews, addressing 100+ recommendations to enhance agvet chemical regulation. Our President David 'DJ' Jochinke underscores the need for access to safe, effective products to support farmers’ productivity and sustainability. We urge ongoing industry engagement and investment to build public trust and ensure effective reform. Read more 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gfdPDd8f

We stand firmly behind the Rail Fail campaign, launched by 12 families who’ve lost loved ones to rural rail crossing accidents and are calling for urgent improvements to rail crossing safety in regional Australia. Statistics show in an eight-year period there were 7839 near hits, 322 collisions, 39 fatalities and 49 serious injuries at level crossings nationwide. We encourage everyone to join us in spreading this message for long-overdue action on rail safety. Let's work together to keep our communities safe.