The Morrison government has committed to achieve net zero emissions by sometime in the second half of this century.
NFF's policy resolution was thrashed out in a heated debate among state bodies and groups representing commodities including grains,beef and horticulture. Some were concerned about potential economic damage from ambitious climate action,while others,including pork and beef,argued for a tougher stance.
The red meat industry,which represents farmers who collectively own more than 80 per cent of farmland in Australia,has been investing since 2017 in measures to achieve net zero by 2030.
Along with transport,agriculture is one of Australia's largest emitters behind the energy sector. Last year it produced 12.9 per cent of the country's greenhouse gases - down 5.8 per cent asfarmers reduced their stock due to drought.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison highlighted in March the risks of setting an emissions reduction deadline without a detailed plan,and said he would not make a commitment"when I can't look Australians in the eye and tell them what it costs".
Energy and Emissions Reduction Minister Angus Taylor said he is working with the farm sector to reduce its emissions,but the government"won't set a target without a plan".