Farmers' groups have lashed out at the New South Wales government's proposed gun law reforms, labelling them "unworkable".
Speaking to the media today, NSW Farmers Association president Xavier Martin called the Minns government's proposals dysfunctional.
"What we're seeing is just a mad dog's breakfast, imported largely out of Western Australia," he said.
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In the wake of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack last Sunday, Premier Chris Minns last week unveiled a raft of proposed changes, including gun caps, restrictions on magazine sizes, and licensing restrictions.
Martin said efforts by the farmers' association to offer input into the legislative reform had been ignored.
"It's incredible this government has allowed generous capping exemptions for recreational shooters but for farmers who need firearms to control pests, minimise biosecurity risks and for the humane management of animals, the government hasn't given us a second's thought," he said.
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"The premier acknowledged farmers and agriculture had unique requirements when it came to firearms but these reforms have been put together in such a rush, the government hasn't even turned its attention to the unintended consequences and anomalies."
Martin said the proposed changes would increase the risk to the public rather than reducing it.
He said a firearm cap of 10 could see some producers have to transport guns between properties, with "potentially other dangerous consequences".
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"We're now being told that farmers have to sign up to a gun club in order to keep their licence. What will this mean for farmers who live hours away from their closest gun club?" he said.
"Changing the licence renewal period from five years to two years is also ridiculous. It's more red-tape for law abiding farmers who just want to get on with their job of producing the best food and fibre in the world."
He said farmers welcomed the crackdown on hate speech in response to the Bondi attack, but they could not support the proposed gun law reforms as they stood.
Meanwhile the National Farmers Federation is urging "calm and considered" reform on firearms.
"This tragedy demands a serious response, and we understand the need for governments to act decisively to ensure something like this never happens again," president Hamish McIntyre said today.
"However, any reforms must provide the best outcomes for the whole community, recognising that community safety also includes food safety and protection from biosecurity risks."
He said other jurisdictions would be watching the NSW reforms closely.
"It is essential that governments right across the country engage with the NFF and our members to ensure reforms enhance public safety while preserving legitimate firearm access for primary producers," he said.
"We will continue to advocate respectfully, responsibly, and firmly for farmers, while recognising the gravity of this moment for our nation."
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