Jeff Farmer Biography

Jeffrey Farmer announces his retirement after 249 games and 483 goals.

"After talking to Mark and Chris today, it is clear that the club is moving in a different direction and I have decided after a 14-year career to retire from the AFL," Farmer said in a statement.

"I am grateful and feel privileged to have played for so long at the highest level of the game.

"I’d like to thank both the Fremantle and Melbourne football clubs for the opportunities they have given me to fulfil my childhood dream.

"Among the things I have really enjoyed throughout my career are the camaraderie of my team mates, the guidance of my coaches and the loyalty and support of fans at Fremantle and Melbourne."

Jerr Farmer is dropped from the Fremantle side to take on Essendon after the forward failed to turn up for a compulsory recovery session.

The recovery session was held in Melbourne last Saturday after the Dockers' eight-point loss to St Kilda.

Farmer's indiscretion may jeopardize his career with the player having just turned 31 and being in the final year of his contract.