Nov 21, 2025 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has paid tribute to the region’s farmers, producers and agricultural workers as part of National Agriculture Day, recognising their vital role in sustaining local communities and contributing to Australia’s food security. Mr...
Jul 29, 2025 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is calling for an independent review of the Albanese Government’s decision to allow United States beef to be imported into Australia. Mr Chester said the region’s agriculture sector could be exposed to unacceptable...
Oct 4, 2024 | Latest News, Working with Primary Producers
Gippsland farmers are bearing the brunt of Labor Federal Government policies that are increasing costs, reducing productivity and undermining the financial viability of agriculture, according to Leader of The Nationals David Littleproud. Mr Littleproud and the Federal...
May 30, 2024 | Latest News, Working With Farmers
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says changes to the Pacific Australia Labor Mobility Scheme (PALM) were ‘a victory for common sense’ after months of uncertainty created by the Albanese Government. Mr Chester said farming representative bodies, industry...
Aug 3, 2023 | Latest News
Australians will face higher prices for fresh salads and vegetables if the Federal Government pushes ahead with changes to a popular foreign workers program. Member for Gippsland Darren Chester and industry leaders have warned the Albanese Government that...
