We had an amazing evening talking about climate change and animal health in Wingham NSW last night! Thanks to Dr Angela Frimberger from @vetsforclimateaction for her brilliant presentation 🐮 Now onto Dorrigo to do it all again tonight!
We`ve welcomed amendments to the Safeguard Mechanism package, including a hard cap on the emissions driving climate change, reduced use of and improved scrutiny of carbon offsets, and a freeze on the most controversial method of creating carbon offsets, known as “Human Induced Regeneration” (of tree cover).
Farmers for Climate Action has pointed out many times the perils of unlimited carbon offsets at a capped price taking over too much farmland.
This agreement contains sensible measures and is a good start. The substance is in the execution and we’ll be watching closely as this unfolds.
Read our full media statement via the link in our bio 🔗
Our volunteers Fergus, Deb, Emma and Jill had a great time at Farm World in Victoria over the weekend! 🧑🌾 Thanks to all the farmers who came over for a chat. #farmworld2023
Today we`re at Parliament House with an amazing group of farmers from right across Australia 🙌
They`re here sharing their climate-smart farming stories with politicians from all sides, and talking about how we can work together for a prosperous future for Australian ag!
These farmers are undertaking our Climate-Smart Farming Scholarship - they`re an amazing group of producers, leading the way in their farm businesses and in their communities.
#farmingforever #australianag #aussiefarmer #agriculture #ruralaussiefarmers #farmersforclimateaction
We need to protect our people and our food supply by reducing our climate pollution.
As the Federal Government pushes ahead with its key climate policy, the Safeguard Mechanism, we want to ensure farmers won’t be forced to clean up the mess for big polluters.
Sign the ‘Safeguard open letter’ today - link in bio 🔗
FCA and @vetsforclimateaction are coming to Northern NSW to chat about how climate change affects the welfare of livestock, and how we can best ensure our animals have healthy and productive futures 🐮🐷🐔
Join us next week in Wingham, Dorrigo, Grafton or Lismore to hear some valuable information and meet with likeminded people over some food. RSVP here: https://farmersforclimateaction.org.au/portfolio/protecting-our-livestock/
Ellen Litchfield from FCA dicussing our new report “Farming Forever”. We’ve called for a cohesive national plan to improve the resilience of agriculture as governments and commodities push towards ambitious net-zero carbon economy targets. Read the report (link in bio 🤠)
#FarmingForever
Join us from 11am AEDT today for the online launch of our latest report, `Farming Forever`. RSVP via link in bio and we`ll send you the link. See you then!
#farmingforever #australianag #agriculture #farming #climatechange #ruralaustralia
We`ve been in Canberra this week meeting with MPs across the political spectrum to talk about the Government`s key climate policy, the Safeguard Mechanism, which is soon to be introduced into Parliament.
We`re concerned that without better transparency, as well as ensuring only the highest offsets can be used, that the policy could allow big polluters to just keep polluting, while leaving agriculture in the lurch.
It was great to see so many MPs are on the same page and we had constructive discussions with both Agriculture Minister Murray Watt and Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen`s offices, who are also alert to our concerns and looking for the best way forward.
Pictured are NSW farmers Peter Holding and Louise Hufton, meeting with @sambirrellmp, @mon4kooyong, @senatorsurfer, and @helenhainesindi.
#auspol #safeguardmechanism #climatechange #australianag #agriculture #farming
The Federal Government`s key climate policy, the Safeguard Mechanism reform, is soon to be introduced to Parliament.
We`re concerned that, without better transparency and integrity, the unlimited offsets component of the reform could allow big polluters to just keep polluting and leave farmers to clean up the mess.
Read the full story via the link in our bio 🔗
#auspol #safeguardmechanism #climatepolicy #climatechange #agriculture #ruralaustralia
Today on International Women`s Day we recognise and celebrate women leading the way on climate action - including @anikamolesworth, our Deputy Chair! She`s featured in today`s Sydney Morning Herald alongside other fantastic leaders. #IWD2023 #IWD #womeninag #ruralwomen
Emma Thomas and her husband Murray are based in central west NSW, running sheep for wool and meat, as well as cropping.
Emma is one of our Climate-Smart Farming Scholars, and she`s calling for "strong policy leadership to embed policies that reduce the nation`s climate footprint. Agriculture has a part to play in this through reducing emissions, sequestering carbon and enhancing biodiversity."
You can read Emma`s story on our website - follow the Farmer in Focus link in our bio 🔗
We just wrapped up our Climate Ready Farming workshop in Wherrol Flat, with farming systems extension specialist Kristy Youman. Great to share valuable insights on how to withstand the effects of drought and floods, increase farm productivity and improve natural capital.
With thanks to our Taree farmer network including Hamish Barker, Lyn Booth and Manning Landcare.
#farmingforever #australianagriculture #australianag #farming #aussiefarmer #ruralaustralia #climatechange
We had a great evening in #Shepparton this week with @Solar_citizens on the #ElectricUteRoadshow. It was great to see so many GV locals, including the federal member @sambirrellmp, come along.
Affordable electric transport that slashes fuel costs and emissions is a win-win for all Australians - regional areas have so much to gain.
Last chance to RSVP for our electric vehicles on farms webinar! Want to know more about electric farm vehicles and when you can get them? Join us to tomorrow to hear from Stephanie Gersekowski (John Deere) and Ross De Rango (Electric Vehicle Council) who will share what is on the horizon for electric farm vehicles! 🚜 Link in our bio.
The research is growing around the potential of agrivoltaics and benefits for livestock - via New Scientist
👉 Read the full story via the link in our bio
Calling all farmers from the NSW North Coast! 🧑🌾 We are running four full-day, hands-on workshops near you to help you make your farming operation climate-ready! The workshops will be held in Lismore, Grafton, Bellingen and Wingham, and will be led by farming systems extension specialist Kristy Youman from Soil Land Food. Tickets only $10 (inc. lunch!) so don`t miss out. RSVP using the link in our bio 👆
Sarah Woolford is a producer from York in WA who farms sheep, hay, and grain. Her story is new in our `Farmer in Focus` series.
"Our farm business ultimately comes down to efficiency, cost and return on investment. However, climate change constantly remains on the radar. We are always keeping up to date with new research and information, such as varietal use, solar, water usage, revegetation, and response to salt.
The Federal Government needs to educate farmers to keep their carbon credits on farm. They also need to show financial support for farmers, to allow them to respond to environmental challenges and implement changes more effectively. Also, there should be greater research and development into the supply chain in agriculture, as well as education on climate and the environment across all levels."
Read Sarah`s profile in our Farmer in Focus series - follow the link in bio 🔗
Last chance to sign up for tomorrow`s inspiring webinar on the power of young people in agriculture!
This session will shine a light on the stories of young people who have become leaders in the agricultural sector and used their voices to make a difference. RSVP at the link in our bio 👆
FCA and @solar_citizens are coming to Shepparton on the 22nd of February to chat about electric vehicles in the regions and on-farm! We`ll bring an electric ute on-site and will provide a BBQ dinner powered by the ute’s battery! 🚜 RSVP at the link in our bio.
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Join us for a dynamic and inspiring webinar on the power of young people in agriculture 💪
This session will shine a light on the stories of young people who have become leaders in the agricultural sector and used their voices to make a difference. RSVP at the link in our bio 👆
Jack is a cropping, wool and lamb farmer from Harden in NSW. This mix helps to diversify and spread risk, as well as playing a critical role in weed management and drought resistance.
A changing climate has led Jack to improve pastures, and alter some farming techniques.
🔗 Read more via the Farmer in Focus link in bio
Renewables up, wholesale power prices down ⚡
Link in bio - read the full article from ABC news
Kylie Burton and her husband Bill are based NW of Barcaldine in Queensland, and their story is up now as part of our Farmer in Focus series.
Kylie says: "My ambition for Australian agriculture is to thrive in terms of productivity gains in a climate neutral environment – a win-win!"
Read the full profile via the Farmer in Focus link in our bio 🔗
#farmingforever #aussiefarmer #australianag #agriculture #ruralaustralia #climateaction #renewables #agchatoz #queenslandfarmer
Colette Glazik is an ethical Merino wool and lamb producer on ‘Lewisham’ in the Northern Midlands of Tasmania. Lewisham recently purchased 900ha of land to conserve and protect it from logging. Climate change is their greatest on-farm challenge with climatic uncertainties producing difficulties in terms of stocking rates, available food stocks and income. The family’s mitigation strategies include a major investment in irrigation, both in water and infrastructure.
#farmingforever #farmerinfocus #climatechange #ethicalwool
@mattkeanmp made these comments in @sydneymorningherald on announcing a new net zero target for NSW just before Christmas. If you`re trying to get your head around Australia`s current flooding situation and its impact on farming, watch our webinar with presentations from IPCC Lead Authors Brendan Mackey and Kevin Hennessy and farmer Chloe Fox from Somerset Farm in Seymour in Victoria. Link in our bio. #farmingforever #floods #climatechange
We had an amazing evening talking about climate change and animal health in Wingham NSW last night! Thanks to Dr Angela Frimberger from Vets for Climate Action for her brilliant presentation 🐮 Now onto Dorrigo to do it all again tonight!
We've welcomed amendments to the Safeguard Mechanism package, including a hard cap on the emissions driving climate change, reduced use of and improved scrutiny of carbon offsets, and a freeze on the most controversial method of creating carbon offsets, known as “Human Induced Regeneration” (of tree cover).
Farmers for Climate Action has pointed out many times the perils of unlimited carbon offsets at a capped price taking over too much farmland.
This agreement contains sensible measures and is a good start. The substance is in the execution and we’ll be watching closely as this unfolds. Read more in our explainer 👇
Thank you for your efforts in shaping this policy. It's a great step forward and great to know FFCA are right there speaking out for us all. Thank you.
Welcome to the new paradigm of energy shortages 😤
Now just keep them to it.
To avert the worst of climate change there needs to be a complete ban on all new fossil fuel projects. It is a bit lame to stop only half of new project if from mid century that still results in an unlivable planet, mass global starvation of billions of people and the collapse of society.
Our volunteers Fergus, Deb, Emma and Jill had a great time at Farmworld in Victoria over the weekend! 🧑🌾 Thanks to all the farmers who came over for a chat.
Today we're at Parliament House with an amazing group of farmers from right across Australia 🙌
They're here sharing their climate-smart farming stories with politicians from all sides, and talking about how we can work together for a prosperous future for Australian ag!
These farmers are undertaking our Climate-Smart Farming Scholarship - they're an amazing group of producers, leading the way in their farm businesses and in their communities.
#farmingforever #australianag #aussiefarmer #agriculture #RuralAussieFarmers #farmersforclimateaction
So good to see!
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theconversation.com/australias-116-new-coal-oil-and-gas-projects-equate-to-215-new-coal-power-sta...
www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/mar/20/humanity-at-climate-crossroads-highway-to-hell-or-a-l...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/mar/21/the-latest-ipcc-report-makes-it-clear-no-new-fossil...
www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/mar/21/methane-to-food-waste-eight-ways-to-attempt-to-stay-w...
www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/mar/20/ipcc-climate-crisis-report-delivers-final-warning-on-...
FCA and Vets for Climate Action are coming to Northern NSW to chat about how climate change affects the welfare of livestock and how we can best ensure our animals have healthy and productive futures 🐮🐷🐔
Join us next week in Wingham, Dorrigo, Grafton or Lismore to hear some valuable information and meet with likeminded people over some food. RSVP here: farmersforclimateaction.org.au/portfolio/protecting-our-livestock/
