TMA backs proposed right to repair reforms for farmers

Proposed reforms could improve repair access, reduce downtime and strengthen competition for Australian farmers, peak agricultural machinery body said

The Tractor and Machinery Association of Australia (TMA) has welcomed the Federal Government’s proposed right to repair reforms for agricultural machinery, saying the changes could improve productivity and competition for Australian farmers.

The Government this week released a consultation paper seeking feedback on expanding Australia’s right to repair laws to cover agricultural machinery.

TMA Executive Director Gary Northover said the association had been heavily involved in discussions around practical repair outcomes for the sector.

“The TMA and its members have worked constructively with industry and government to advance solutions that support Australian farmers,” Northover said.

“Our members are committed to supporting farmers with safe, productive machinery solutions that improve reliability and minimise downtime.”

The TMA said the industry had already been making progress to improve access to repair information and support arrangements, in line with international developments.

Northover said the consultation process was an opportunity to build a balanced framework that improves repair access while maintaining machinery safety and reliability.

“We welcome the Government progressing this consultation process and look forward to contributing constructively to reforms that improve access to repair information, strengthen competition and deliver practical benefits for farmers,” he said.

The TMA said it would continue working with governments, farmers and industry throughout the consultation process.

For more information or to make a submission, visit the Treasury website.

TMA backs proposed right to repair reforms for farmers

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