NZFGA’s  Association with “The Flower Association of Queensland Incorporated”

The “Flower Association of Queensland Inc” [FAQI] produces a bi monthly magazine for the Australian cut flower and foliage industry. It covers many aspects of the Australian flower industry from both a grower and a florist perspective. NZFGA members receive this magazine as part of their subscription.

The following are a selection of the current items from FAQI online updates and their December magazine issue.

• Involvement in opposing a new Federal “Backpackers Tax” as backpackers supply much of the casual summertime labour needed.

• Involvement in the latest quad bike research where too many farm accidents still occur

• Promotion of farming – “Energy & Technology Forum” outlining the latest in renewable energy technologies and farm irrigation systems.

• Promoting workshops for input into a review of retail electricity prices.

• Promoting contributions to Federal discussions on regional development policies. The objective being to get land user input into the opportunities  to promote growth and nurture innovation.

• Involvement with a publication named – “What Cut Flower is That”  offering care and handling information, excellent for florists.

• Articles on saving water and money, on your farm

• Industry profiles featuring several growers.

• Free online tool for best farming options in your area.

• Less blue light better for roses.

• Grants for businesses – what is available in Australia.

• Farm dam ready reckoner.

Plus many professional articles for florists.   

To ensure you get a copy contact [email protected] to subscribe and join the industry association