Farmer co-ops set to thrive on government driven reforms

Colin Bettles
November 8 2017 - 6:00pm
Suggested headline: Victorian Nationals Senator Bridget McKenzie (left). independent facilitator Greg Hammond and Treasurer Scott Morrison at the release today of the Hammond report recommending reforms to improve the standing and recognition of co-ops.
Suggested headline: Victorian Nationals Senator Bridget McKenzie (left). independent facilitator Greg Hammond and Treasurer Scott Morrison at the release today of the Hammond report recommending reforms to improve the standing and recognition of co-ops.

COOPERATIVES including farmer-owned entities that drive agricultural production are set to benefit from upcoming reforms mooted by the federal government, with the prime measure being methods to enhance access to capital.

Colin Bettles

Colin Bettles

Canberra Bureau Chief

Has been the Canberra Bureau Chief for Fairfax Agricultural Media since 2010 - survived the hung parliament - former media manager at Western Australian Cricket Association now covering national agricultural and rural issues in federal politics.

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