New $14.9M program promoting collaboration in rural Australia
An exciting new farming project is on offer … the $14.9m Farming Together initiative is a national, two-year campaign for primary producers and processors to collaborate and claim marketplace power. Here is an opportunity to boost economic returns in Australia’s rural and regional farming and food sectors.
Farming Together aims to build financial and societal sustainability across Australia’s smaller primary producers.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Visit our easy-to-use website (www.farmingtogether.com.au) and complete the simple self-assessment – no extensive forms to fill in.
All farmers who register receive one-on-one expert advice to discuss their opportunities and appetite to create a successful collaborative group. This could be either as a structured co-operative, as a collective bargaining entity or as a formal collaborative group.
The most promising groups will be offered assistance for product research and development. Areas that are covered include advice on marketing, capital-raising, packaging, logistics and exporting as well as non-ongoing consultancy appointments.
Huge opportunities exist for any Australian citizen who farms within the ATO recognised guidelines (https://www.ato.gov.au/business/primary-producers/primary-production-activities)
WHY ARE WE DOING THIS?
Agriculture’s economic importance is most clearly defined in our rural and regional communities. It represents approximately 3% of Australia’s GDP but it is estimated that the sector represents more than 40% of the GDP of regional economies. Once multiplier effects are taken into account, this is as high as 70-80% in most small towns.
WHO ARE WE?
Farming Together comprises a highly experienced senior team drawn from a wide range of commodity groups from across Australia and backed by an industry advisory group representing experts from WA, NT, Queensland, Victoria, SA and NSW.
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Phone Nick or Andrew on 1800 00 55 55, or email info@farmingtogether.com.au
Please keep an eye on our website and sign up for our newsletters at www.farmingtogether.com.au.
