In a landmark agreement, Victoria and Tasmania have agreed to a new arrangement to return Australians and seasonal workers that will see Victoria’s farms receive the workers they need without impacting on the Tasmanian seasonal worker program, while also ensuring more Australians can return home from overseas. (more…)
Tag: agribusiness
Near record Victorian grain harvest puts pressure on regional roads and rail
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says more funding is needed to ensure Victoria’s crumbling regional road and rail freight infrastructure can cope with future increased freight as this season’s bumper grain harvest highlights the network’s shortfalls. (more…)
Simple steps to improve cash flow management
Managing and forecasting cash flow is essential for any business. For farmers it’s particularly important given the highly variable income that comes with seasonal conditions, market fluctuations and unforeseen circumstances such as fire or floods. (more…)
Sweeter days ahead for Milawa beekeeping business
A third-generation family-owned beekeeping business in Victoria’s North East will benefit from a new packaging line that will enable them to increase supply of raw honey and grow operations, thanks to the Victorian Government. (more…)
VFF welcomes funding to build supply chain resilience
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) welcomes the Federal Government’s $1.5 billion dollar investment into local manufacturing, including $107.2 million dollar spend to address supply chain vulnerabilities. (more…)
The notification process following a detection of fruit fly larvae in produce sold interstate
If you trade produce interstate you may have wondered what would happen if live fruit fly larvae were found in one of your consignments at its final destination. (more…)