Arable Farmers Turn to Precision Tools as Input Costs Surge
With arable farmers heading into the busy planting season, increasing fuel and fertiliser prices, driven by the Iranian conflict, are a daily and ongoing concern.
FAR is encouraging growers to use the online voting system, which is automatic and more secure.
Postal and online voting in the referendum closes at 12 noon on August 23, with voting results expected on August 28.
Under the Commodity Levies Act, growers have the opportunity to vote to renew levy orders every six years.
‘yes’ vote will ensure FAR’s continued existence, while a ‘no’ vote would result in the organisation being wound up, and all research and extension programmes ceasing.
FAR chief executive Alison Stewart is encouraging arable farmers to take the time to vote.
