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Vegetable exports up thanks to demand from Asia
Staff Writers
Australian vegetable exports have risen by 15 per cent in the last year due to strong growth from Asian countries, particularly Singapore, Japan and Thailand, though there is room for improvement.
Carrots were the nation’s strongest export, with 113,000 tonnes exported in the last year for a value of $98 million – up 5.1 per cent on the previous year.
Vegetable industry peak body, AUSVEG, is looking to take this growth further by lobbying for improved market access to Japan and Korea and increased volumes to existing markets in Asia and the Middle East for Australian vegetable growers.
“With improved prioritisation of Australian vegetable products in trade negotiations, our industry can continue to reach new heights,” said AUSVEG National Manager – Export Development Michael Coote. “Australia has built a strong reputation as a quality exporter of fresh produce but it must continue to gain access to more markets so our growers can continue to benefit.”
AUSVEG has identified the need for Australia to outperform our competitors as one of its key priorities for the upcoming federal election, pushing for reductions in growing supply chain costs and the prioritisation of horticulture products in trade negotiations to ensure the health of the vegetable industry.
Australia is in a competitive global environment and it must be able to provide quality fresh produce at an affordable price,” said Mr Coote. “So any potential cost increases which can flow back to the grower can severely impact their global competitiveness and profitability.”
You can read more about AUSVEG’s election priorities by clicking here.
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