Students in Year 11 at Western Australia’s agricultural colleges are invited to apply for an Agriculture Ambassador Scholarship, a new initiative between WAFarmers and the Department of Education WA. The annual scholarships will recognise agricultural college students with a strong interest in the industry, and will support their growth and development within their chosen agricultural field. WAFarmers Chief Executive Officer Stephen Brown said the inaugural awards were part of the overall scholarship support package offered

Eighty heavy duty galvanised farm gates will be available to fire-affected farmers in the Harvey-Waroona area, following the closure of the WAFarmers Fire Appeal. The 3.6 metre gates, which were purchased by WAFarmers and Budget Stockfeeds through customer donations, were handed over to the Waroona Farmers Reference Group this morning in anticipation of distribution to farmers in need. “In the immediate aftermath of the fires, farmers put up wire or fencing to establish boundaries for

A commitment towards further investment in innovation, science, research and development (R&D) is critical to the advancement of the Australian agricultural sector on both national and international platforms, according to WAFarmers. “Australia’s work and commitment to maintaining and improving our integrity systems underpins our international reputation as a high-quality, safe, ethical and sustainable producer, so continuing to invest and innovate in this area is fundamental,” WAFarmers President Tony York said. “To maintain our position as

WAFarmers congratulates the Coalition Government’s decision to offer support to dairy farmers affected by the dairy crisis in the eastern states. “We have great sympathy for the dairy farmers and their families over in the eastern states who have been affected, and we welcome Barnaby Joyce’s decision to offer support through this concessional package,” WAFarmers President Tony York said. “A lot of dairy businesses in Australia are family-owned and operated, so the support offered through

If you live in WA, the majority of milk on shelf is from WA (with the exception of specialised milks and some flavoured milk). The farmers would prefer that you buy branded milk but fully understand that it is not always within everyone’s budget. Remember that buying any local milk, including home brand milk products in WA, is supporting farmers in Western Australia. This is a selection we found at our local supermarket: WAFarmersFirst Milk,

WAFarmers has applauded the Federal Government’s commitment of a further $60 million towards the Mobile Black Spot Programme, stating that it would be a win for regional families and businesses. Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Minister for Regional Communications Fiona Nash today announced that a re-elected Turnbull Government would invest the extra funds to provide greater mobile coverage for people in regional and remote areas. WAFarmers President Tony York said the additional funds would be

We are thrilled to announce a new agreement between HBF health and WAFarmers, which will see WAFarmers Members able to join the HBF Corporate Health Plan to enjoy great benefits and discounts. WAFarmers Chief Executive Officer Stephen Brown said it was the start of a great partnership between two long-established Western Australian not-for-profit organisations. “In addition to our core purpose of advocacy, we are in the process of value adding our membership and diversifying into