
Brett Hosking
VFF Panel | The big issues facing local farmers and the busy, hidden world of agricultural advocacy
What are the big issues facing Victorian farmers? From drought to renewable energy infrastructure and everything in between, this panel will cover views from the paddocks right across Victoria and share what goes on behind the scenes to ensure our voices are heard.
Key Learnings
- What does the VFF do?
- Why is it important?
- What are the biggest issues facing Victorian farmers?
- How do we tell our story to the masses?
About Brett
Brett Hosking is a fifth-generation farmer running a mixed farming business in Quambatook, Victoria. Brett, his wife Jane and their four daughters grow wheat, barley, canola, lentils and field peas as well as run sheep and cattle. Brett is the former Chair of GrainGrowers and has had long-standing involvement across the Australian grains industry. Brett is the former President of the VFF grains group, former Vice President of the VFF and current Board Director for Farmers for Climate Action. In December 2024, Brett was elected Victorian Farmers Federation president.