Rising input costs impacting growers
The ABGC is aware growers are feeling the pressure of escalating farm input costs and the impact that this is having on the cost of production.
The issue is complex and influenced by a number of external factors including the spiralling costs of fuel, fertiliser and chemicals which are sourced from overseas, as well as increased farm labour costs, freight and logistics.
Growers absorb input costs and, unfortunately, this is not being reflected at the farmgate.
The ABGC supports calls for retailers and buyers to ensure that farmgate prices that growers receive for their produce better reflect the current economic climate to ensure the financial viability of growers.
The ABGC will continue to work with government and growers on these issues.
The ABGC Communications Team is preparing a social media campaign to increase community awareness to the issue, and encourage/drive consumer consumption.