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