Barnaby Joyce’s Nationals biggest threat to farmers
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Quotes attributable to Greens spokesperson for agriculture, Senator Peter Whish-Wilson: “There’s never been a more important time in history for farming advocacy groups to form a united front, advocate for climate action, and rebuke attempts by The Nationals to undermine critical net zero targets. “Few industries are more impacted by climatic disruption to ecosystems and biodiversity than farming.
“Farmers and agricultural communities are on the frontline of our climate emergency, with droughts, heatwaves, pests, floods and fires expected to worsen with rising emissions and a warming planet. “Climate change is costing the average Aussie farming family $30,000 a year – clearly, advocating for climate action is advocating for farmers. “Barnaby Joyce’s predictable attack on net zero – fueled this week by the Institute of Public Affairs – is out-of-touch, reckless and at odds with various agricultural bodies' stated policy on achieving emissions reductions and net zero.
“My message to the National Farmers Federation and other peak agricultural groups is this: now is not the time to be silent on the real systemic climate action needed to reduce emissions and tackle the climate crisis. Now is the time to call out the political bullshit that puts farmers at risk”. Facebook for the Australian Greens YouTube for the Australian Greens X for the Australian Greens Instagram for the Australian Greens Bluesky for the Australian Greens Privacy Members website Your safety Contact us Our plan Tax the 1% Tackle the cost of living Healthcare for all Fix the housing crisis Strong climate action In your language 2025 policy platform Policy principles & aims Our team Federal MPs State/territory MPs Officeholders Federal portfolios Federal media releases Take action Volunteer Donate Issues & campaigns Upcoming events Greens Shop Leave a bequest Green Magazine All news Our movement About the Greens Become a member Jobs Members website State/territory parties Contact us The Greens acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture.
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