10 July 2018
Queensland farmers and their communities are one step closer to achieving a vision for the future of agriculture in the state following the inaugural meeting of the Agricultural Ministerial Advisory Council (AgMAC) in Brisbane this morning.
Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) President Stuart Armitage said QFF and industry members were looking forward to further engaging with government to progress and resolve agricultural issues.
“QFF has been advocating for AgMAC to be established for some time and welcomes today’s meeting as a positive first step in addressing and genuinely working through issues the sector is facing,” Mr Armitage said.
“Many of the issues impacting on agriculture are complex, with various competing policy priorities and objectives.”
“AgMAC provides a forum to address these cross-portfolio challenges and progress some critical competitiveness and productivity issues, as well as exciting growth opportunities within the agriculture sector.”
“There is also a real need for long term orientation and investment to drive a more competitive and sustainable system.”
“AgMAC has the opportunity to re-establish the agricultural sector as a strategic economic pillar and provide the best outcomes for agriculture going forward to benefit all Queenslanders.”
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