The WA grains industry would be further strengthened by the establishment of a grains research and development institute, and government support of Multi Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) policies, according to WAFarmers. The two issues form part of the WAFarmers Policy Platform nine-point Wish List for the upcoming State Election. WAFarmers President Tony York said a grains institute would attract external, world-class research partners and projects into WA, giving the state a home-ground advantage for research

The completion of the Regional Livestock Saleyard Strategy in the state’s South West is critical for the development of Western Australia’s livestock industry, according to WAFarmers. Speaking on one of the six WAFarmers Policy Priorities for the State Election, WAFarmers President Tony York said the expiry of the lease for the current regional saleyard site in Boyanup in 2022 provided clear a clear opportunity for the State Government to invest in the industry and capitalise

NOTICE TO MEMBERS OF THE WESTERN AUSTRALIAN FARMERS FEDERATIONANNUAL CONFERENCE 2017As required under its Constitution (rules 27.2.1 & 27.2.2), The Western Australian Farmers Federation (Inc.) (WAFarmers) hereby notifies all members, delegates, Commodity Section Councils and Zones that the following matters will be put to Conference for discussion March 1 and 2 at the Pan Pacific Hotel , Adelaide Terrace Perth WA 6000. Motions to be addressed at the WAFarmers AGM – 2.00pm 1 March 2017Motion

With only one month to go until the 2017 WAFarmers Annual Conference: GROW2017, we’re thrilled to announce our presenters and keynote speakers. Following the Business Breakfast on Thursday 2 March, the conference will be officially opened by Mick Keogh, Executive Director of the Australian Farm Institute, who will discuss the findings of the ACCC study into beef supply chain competition and opportunities and trends for agriculture. Guest speakers will also present throughout the various commodity AGMs held

An ongoing commitment towards the future of livestock research in Western Australia has been identified as an agricultural issue for the upcoming State Election, with sheep flock funding and a research institute forming part of the WAFarmers Policy Platform nine-point Wish List. WAFarmers President Tony York said an allocation from the State Government of $350,000 per annum from consolidated revenue towards the maintenance of the two WA sheep research flocks was critical. “The Genetic Research

The potential for Western Australia’s agricultural industry to double its production by 2025 is being hindered by severe funding and staffing cuts at the state’s most critical industry agency, according to WAFarmers. Speaking on the first of six WAFarmers Policy Priorities for the State Election, Senior Vice President Lyn Slade said WAFarmers needs to be involved in the process of creating a stronger and reinvigorated Department of Agriculture and Food WA (DAFWA). “Despite WA’s agricultural

The Western Australian wool industry is experiencing some exciting and interesting times ahead of the upcoming season. WAFarmers Livestock Council Junior Vice President Steve McGuire said there was much currently happening within the industry, but that the general state of play was mixed. “There are positive prices across the board for WA wool, and it has recently reached the height of the market experienced in 2011,” he said. “Most of the recent increases have been

Australia’s apiary industry has welcomed the slashing of tariffs under the China Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) for Australian honey exports, with the national peak industry body stating it would create the potential for exports to become a lucrative trade. Tariffs on a range of Australian food and agricultural products decreased from 15 per cent to nine per cent on 19 December, and that number dropped down further to six per cent on 1 January.

Six months after the introduction of new motor injury insurance premiums, WAFarmers encourages the State Government to reconsider premiums applicable to agricultural vehicles. As of 1 July 2016, the increased additional cost for most tractors was $25 per vehicle, while the premium increase for small motorcycles was $30 per vehicle and medium to large motorcycles would be $99 per vehicle. The changes to all vehicle premiums were in response to expanded cover for motorists that