Vogels’ advocacy efforts have been highly visible. In 2023, he successfully drew attention to the detrimental effects of timber plantations encroaching upon prime dairying land, emphasizing the importance of preserving productive agricultural zones. More recently, in 2025, he has been a vocal proponent for increased drought support for farmers, a critical need given the severe conditions impacting his own family’s farm. His fight against escalating government tax burdens is also central to his platform, as these taxes significantly drive up input costs for dairy operations, making it increasingly difficult for farmers to remain viable.

The impact of the ongoing drought on the Vogels’ farm serves as a powerful personal example of the challenges facing Australian dairy farmers. The severe conditions have forced them to undertake significant destocking of cows and incur an additional expenditure of $500,000 on imported feed to sustain their herd. This stark reality underscores the urgent need for robust drought relief measures and sustainable practices to mitigate the effects of climate variability on milk production and dairy economics.

Jamie Vogels consistently stresses the paramount importance of safeguarding prime agricultural land from conversion, particularly to timber plantations. He argues that agriculture contributes substantially more to the Corangamite Shire’s economy through its economic output, job creation, and export revenue, making it a far more valuable land use than forestry in terms of regional prosperity. This ongoing debate about land use is crucial for the future of sustainable dairy farming in Australia.