Ensuring the future of agriculture in NSW
NSW Farmers works to secure a stronger farming future by supporting farming businesses and uniting and amplifying their voice. We represent the interests of farmers across NSW and advocate on things that matter to them.
Our expertise
NSW Farmers employs policy and advocacy specialists to ensure member voices are heard in Macquarie Street and Canberra. We are a respected and trusted advocate for farmers and support public policy and technical innovation aimed at securing a stronger farming future. We act with transparency and integrity, we are reliable and truthful advisers and advocates for farmers, and we are adaptive, solutions-focused and forward thinking.
Recent achievements
- Successfully opposed a new container levy (export/import tax) and a new unrealised capital gains tax on superannuation
- Achieved a new conditional registration for farm firefighting units for use during the fire season
- Secured the legislation allowing for virtual fencing for cattle in NSW
- Highlighted the significant unfairness for producers in competition law and gained a commitment to strengthen Codes of Conduct
- Gained additional state funding to aid farmers manage feral animals