Spike in feral pig numbers across the New England
Farmers say an explosion in feral pig numbers on public lands across the region has resulted in massive damage to properties and livestock.
Farmers say an explosion in feral pig numbers on public lands across the region has resulted in massive damage to properties and livestock.
NSW Farmers has welcomed a $1 billion commitment from the Liberal and Nationals to expand the Farm Innovation Fund if re-elected, while Labor has also committed to keeping the FIF.
Landowners are rejoicing their win, with a new agreement set to protect their rights with Inland Rail officially in writing.
NSW Farmers has criticised the heavy focus on Western Sydney from both major parties in the election campaign.
NSW Farmers, Coles, and Roads Freight NSW are among a chorus of organisations welcoming a Coalition announcement that if re-elected they will appoint a 'Supply Chain Commissioner'.
Senior members of NSW Farmers will visit with local branches over coming weeks to discuss key issues ahead of the state election.
Over 50 people attended the NSW Farmers election debate in Armidale, where party representatives offered little in the way of solutions.
Gwydir Shire farmer Martin Murray has called out the unfairness of only 11 local government areas being included in the recently announced Farms of the Future grant program.
NSW Farmers Regional Debate Series brings senior politicians to Armidale next Tuesday to debate regional issues ahead of the state election.
NSW Farmers is calling for a substantial investment from the state and federal governments to make their livestock traceability reform achievable and affordable for farmers.