Over 80 producers, accommodation providers, labour hire consultants, government representatives and other stakeholders in the agriculture industry attended a Regional Capacity Through Migration Forum last month.
During the event, attendees heard from farmers and industry experts on the future of Agriculture in Australia, the current reality of Working Holiday Makers, information surrounding VISAs, industry agreements and accessing skilled migrant workforces.
Discussions on the day focused on future proofing the agriculture workforce, accommodation opportunities and understanding the expanding Pacific Island Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme.
A joint initiative between the Bowen Gumlu Growers Association and the Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network, with funding from the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, the forum proved informative for all attendees.
Bowen Gumlu Growers Association were proud to lead regional collaboration to address industry labour and skills shortages.
“International workers form a vital component of Australia’s agriculture workforce, providing immense economic benefit for farming industries,” Bowen Gumlu Growers Association Chief Executive Officer, Ry Collins said.
“International workers also positively contribute to the social and cultural fabric of our regional communities.
“The migration forum provided a platform for all attendees to openly share their thoughts into our migration system and to forge new partnerships to identify opportunities to enhance our migration systems.”
Over 80 people attended the Regional Capacity Through Migration Forum last month. Photo supplied
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