Media Release
Minor use program a smart investment in Australian agriculture – Government delivers on election commitment
Tuesday 13 May 2014 (Canberra) – In the midst of a tough federal budget, the government’s responsible decision to deliver on its election commitment to fund a minor use and specialty crops program is to be congratulated as an initial smart and responsible investment in Australia’s future agricultural competitiveness. “The government’s initial $8 million commitment, if utilised properly, will be a profitable investment in Australia’s agricultural sector. Economic analysis of the United States’ minor use…