AgConnectWA heads north

AgConnectWA is heading to Broome to host a free networking event that will give young, passionate people in agriculture the opportunity to meet likeminded individuals. The networking event is the first of its kind for AgConnectWA, a group dedicated to connecting, representing and providing support for young people throughout the agricultural industry, and it promises to be a resounding success. The sundowner will be held on Friday, October 23, at Matso’s Brewery in conjunction with

WA Farmers October 1, 2015

WAFarmers joins Chinese Market

WAFarmers announced this evening at the Heart of WA Ball that it will be sending West Australian produce to China. WAFarmers has worked hard on the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) and as part of that process is becoming heavily involved in the Chinese market to better understand how it works. To achieve this, WAFarmers has formed a partnership with the company Lifeland, owned and operated by CEO Sha Yi, who has lived in WA

WA Farmers September 24, 2015

Executive Officer – Policy [Vacancy]

The Western Australian Farmers Federation (Inc) (WAFarmers) is the largest and most influential agricultural advocacy group in Western Australia. WAFarmers is currently seeking an Executive Officer – Policy on a full time basis to strategically manage the General Policy Section with specific emphasis in the areas of Transport, Occupational Health and Safety, Farm Business Economics and Environmental Land Clearing. Key Responsibilities Provide high level advisory, analytical strategic policy and support services to the relevant General

WA Farmers August 28, 2015

WAFarmers launches fighting fund

WAFarmers launched a fighting fund today at the Dowerin Field Day to conduct an independent review in to the costs and benefits to rural WA if the Port of Fremantle is privatised. The State Government announced that it plans to sell the state asset in a bid to get back in the black by the next financial year. Rothschild and Deloitte are expected to provide a detailed recommendations report in December on the planned sale. WAFarmers President Dale

WA Farmers August 25, 2015

WAFarmers to fight for port

WAFarmers will launch an appeal at the Dowerin Field Days next week to ensure that rural Western Australia gets a fair outcome should the Port of Fremantle be privatised. The State Government announced in May that it plans to sell the state asset in a bid to get back in the black by the next financial year. WAFarmers President Dale Park said the privatisation of the port will affect everybody in Western Australia, including

WA Farmers August 19, 2015

The future looks bright for ag

Members of AgConnectWA, a group for young people who are passionate about agriculture, recently elected a President and Vice President at the annual conference #GenerationAg. Kallum Blake of Katanning was re-elected to the position of President, with Katie Pole, from Larrawa Station, elected as Vice President. Mr Blake thanked the AgConnectWA committee for their continued hard work on behalf of the group. “We have an incredible mix of people on the committee who share an interest in agriculture

WA Farmers August 3, 2015

WAFarmers partners with Australian Reliance

WAFarmers has continued to watch its members’ backs, partnering with Australian Reliance to bring them a competitive insurance package. Members will have access to expert advice and enjoy exclusive benefits with a package that supports every part of their business. WAFarmers President Dale Park said members will have access to a global market of insurers through the partnership with Australian Reliance. “Australian Reliance provides a financially competitive package combined with quality service. “We want our

WA Farmers August 3, 2015

WAFarmers Dairy Council re-elected unopposed

Delegates at the WAFarmers Annual Dairy Conference have elected executive members at the annual general meeting held today at the Abbey Beach Resort in Busselton. Dardanup dairy farmer and current President Phil Depiazzi was re-elected and thanked delegates for their ongoing support. Senior Vice President Michael Partridge and Junior Vice President Paul Ieraci were also re-elected to their respective positions. WAFarmers President Dale Park thanked the representatives for their commitment to the dairy industry

WA Farmers July 28, 2015

WAFarmersFirst milk celebrates milestone

WAFarmersFirst milk is celebrating a significant milestone with the sale of over 500,000 litres of milk since the product launched late last year. Forty cents from the sale of every two litre bottle will be distributed via a project fund and other initiatives to assist the development of the dairy industry. WAFarmers President Dale Park said the initiative is game-changing and the support has been overwhelmingly positive. “Consumers are taking the opportunity available to them

WA Farmers July 28, 2015

Rural organisations welcome Farm Safety Week

The launch of National Farm Safety Week across Australia today has been welcomed by rural organisations WAFarmers and Farmsafe WA. National Farm Safety Week raises awareness of farm safety issues in rural communities across Australia and helps farmers to identify practical ways to improve safety for themselves, their workers, family members and farm visitors. While there has been a significant reduction in farm fatalities on the whole, WAFarmers President Dale Park said that two deaths in recent

WA Farmers July 20, 2015