Push to help local food producers win more government tenders
By Joe Kelly · 29 October 2014 · Agri-Business
By Joe Kelly · 29 October 2014 · Agri-Business
Australia's small food producers are missing out on lucrative government contracts. But a new initiative could change the game - and it's not just about the money.
Smaller Australian food producers would benefit if government institutions, including schools and hospitals, bought locally when sourcing their food instead of favouring international suppliers.
Tags: AusVeg, Government Tenders, growers, National Farmers' Federation, the Australian Food and Grocery Council, the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union