Teys Australia invests to reduce carbon footprint Teys Australia has invested over $60 million AUD to reduce carbon emissions and reliance on fossil fuels. The technology allows for the creation of a bio-gas from waste water, reducing fossil fuel energy requirements while creating a sustainable fertilizer product byproduct. The benefits extend to the nearby river …
Food & Agribusiness Talking Points 23-11-15
Vice-Premier Wang Yang elaborates on plans for China’s agricultural modernization One of the objectives outlined in the proposal for the 13th Five –Year Plan is agricultural modernization. Last week, Vice-Premier Wang Yang published an article in the People’s Daily further describing the Chinese government’s plans. The focus will be on innovation, both technological and managerial, …
Food & Agribusiness Talking Points 17-11-15
MLA responds to China’s 13th five-year plan Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has released an article outlining the most pertinent aspects of the 13th five-year plan for Australia’s red meat industry. MLA also discusses the implications of this plan to present potential opportunities for the industry in China. Click here to read the full article. …
Post Event Update : Breakfast with The Hon Barnaby Joyce MP, Australia’s Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources
On 12th November AustCham Beijing hosted the Hon. Barnaby Joyce, Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources at a breakfast with representatives from agricultural and water resource industries based in both Australia and China. Minister Joyce spoke about Australia as a quality supplier of quality goods to China. Emphasising the strong, mutually beneficial trade links between …
AustCham Podcast | Tasmania in China Trade Update from Matthew Groom, Tasmanian Minister for State Growth
AustCham interviews the Honourable Matthew Groom, Tasmanian Minister for State Growth to provide our members with an update on the State’s engagement with China. China is an important market for Tasmanian exporters and a significant source for inbound investment into Tasmania. There is less of a focus on traditional exports of minerals and resources but significant …
Food & Agribusiness Talking Points 10-11-2015
China’s new Two-Child Policy All couples in China are now allowed to have two children according to a statement released by Xinhua, a state-run news agency. However, it remains unclear as to whether many couples will choose to have two children despite the policy change. In 2013 Leslie T. Chang, author of Factory Girls, …
Trans-Pacific Partnership – Agriculture Highlights
Key highlights: · The Trans Pacific Partnership delivers tariff reductions and improved market access for Australian agricultural products. With TPP countries representing a third of Australian agricultural exports, these benefits are potentially significant. · Protein – this tariff reduction will remove the competitive advantage Australian beef was to enjoy as a result of the recently …
Sofitel Wanda Beijing’s Vic Bistro chefs talk food
AustCham is delighted to have spoken with the chefs at the newly opened Vic Bistro at the Sofitel Wanda Beijing to discuss their inspirations and what they have in store for diners at the bistro.
Food & Agribusiness Talking Points 03-11-2015
Date: Tuesday, 3rd November 2015 Agricultural reform becomes one of the 13th 5YP focuses (Chinese) Source: Ocn.com.cn, 30 Oct 2015 Analysts believe the agricultural modernization will be accelerated during the next few years due to an oversupply of crops, unreasonable structure and food security issues. With domestic demand showing the most potential, the authorities …
Food & Agribusiness Talking Points 27-10-2015
Date: Tuesday, 27th October 2015 Telecommunications Review highlights regional connectivity challenge (English) Source: NFF, 23 Oct 2015 The report from Regional Telecommunications Review tabled in Parliament yesterday builds the case for improved connectivity in the bush, says NFF. The report captures the increasing importance of connectivity in rural Australia. Farming families rely heavily on …