Managing the pressures of farming
[Table of Content]
What is government legislation relating to farming businesses?
Government legislation sets out the legal requirements that farm businesses need to
meet in a range of areas.
Why is understanding government requirements important?
Failure to comply with relevant legislation can result in fines, prosecutions and in some instances imprisonment. Knowledge of the relevant government requirements is important for farm family businesses to ensure that the business is complying. While there are important costs in compliance in terms of time, lack of knowledge of the requirements only adds to the stress.
What does government legislation include?
- There are many legislative requirements that farm businesses must meet. This list is not comprehensive.
- Taxation
- Industrial awards and conditions
- Environmental Legislation including native vegetation, water, and threatened species
- Pesticides Act
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Pest control
Where do I get help with understating government requirements?
A more comprehensive list can be provided by:
- State Farmer Organisations
- Government Agencies- see phone book
Where can I access training in government requirements?
A range of skill based training is available in understanding government requirements including the environment and conservation, pesticide use and occupational health and safety. If you are interested in training courses in government legislation please refer to the attached booklet under government legislation.