A PRAGMATIC AND EVIDENCE BASED APPROACH TO ESG REPORTING REQUIREMENTS IS ESSENTIAL TO THE SUSTAINABILITY OF THE HORTICULTURE INDUSTRY.
Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers advocates for a sustainable future for the horticulture industry through a holistic and pragmatic approach to balancing needs of ESG, the demands of the market, and considers the practicality of implementation for small to medium farming businesses.
Acceptance and recognition of industry best practices as opposed to regulation.
Government to work closely with industry on sustainability policies to ensure they are fit for purpose.
Government funding for research initiatives that promote best practice and address misconceptions.
Horticulture specific grant programs to support growers invest in infrastructure that enhances farm sustainability, including renewable energy and biofuel plants and water efficiency initiatives.
Funding for industry capacity and capability building initiatives regarding