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The voice of Queensland horticulture

Growcom is the peak representative body for Queensland horticulture and strives for the long term growth and profitability of horticultural farms and the industry.

Our core membership consists of Queensland’s fruit and vegetable producers and individuals, groups and industries who have a stake or interest in the future of Queensland horticulture.

Growcom exists to:

  • Provide strong leadership to horticultural growers in developing policy on issues affecting production horticulture
  • Provide powerful representation of horticultural interests to local, state and national governments, government agencies and key stakeholders in the supply chain
  • Deliver professional services to horticultural growers and other horticultural stakeholders to enhance their business efficiency and profitability
  • Provide an information hub on issues relating to horticulture at a state and national level.
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"Don't claim it if you can't prove it." That was the message from Agata Rusin of the ACCC at a presentation Growcom attended recently on price increases due to the Carbon Price which comes into effect on July 1. ...more

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The declaration by federal Agriculture Minister Senator Joe Ludwig last week that Australia is no longer in drought is certainly welcome, but clearly drought will reoccur....more

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Growcom today welcomed comments by Prime Minister Julia Gillard that Australia could become a major contributor to Asian food requirements and boost Australia's economy and export trade....more

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We are aware of claims by some road freight companies that the carbon price will have a drastic impact on their costs, and that they will have to pass these costs on to their customers from July this year....more

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Young horticulture growers (35 years and under) in south east Queensland are invited to attend two regional forums this month in Gatton and Stanthorpe. A lively program of speakers and a free BBQ and drinks will be provided to give young growers an opportunity to catch up and socialise with other growers and to talk about issues of importance in the industry....more

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Reports last week that Queensland's new Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, John McVeigh may employ more staff in his department to fulfill LNP election promises for agriculture is good news if this means more resources for plant biosecurity....more

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