The Tractor and Machinery Association of Australia (TMA) today welcomed the Australian Government’s release of a consultation paper seeking feedback on proposed right to repair reforms for agricultural machinery.
The proposal to expand Australia’s right to repair laws to agricultural machinery follows significant engagement by the TMA and its members with governments, industry, and farmers to support practical, safe and workable repair outcomes for Australian farmers.
TMA Executive Director Gary Northover said the TMA had long supported practical right to repair outcomes that reduce downtime for farmers while making sure that agricultural machinery continues to operate safely and reliably.
“The TMA and its members have worked constructively with industry and government to advance solutions that support Australian farmers,” Mr Northover said.
“Our members are committed to supporting farmers with safe, productive machinery solutions that improve reliability and minimise downtime.
“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.”
Mr Northover said the Australian agricultural machinery industry had already been making progress toward improving right to repair access and support arrangements in line with international developments.
“This consultation is an opportunity to build on those efforts through a balanced framework that improves repair outcomes while protecting safety and equipment integrity,” he said.
“The TMA looks forward to working with governments, farmers and industry throughout this process to deliver strong and effective outcomes for Australian agriculture.”