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+ Grow NTwww.ntfarmers.org.au 202112PeanutsThe Association has focused on promotingpeanuts as an anchor crop for producersin central Australia. Within a coupleof years, peanut production has grownto 200 hectares in the region as of 2021.Successful trials have prompted farmersto purchase shelling equipment and significantinvestors have been attracted to thepeanut opportunities in the region.RiceIn 2021 rice cultivation will double asfarmers explore the possibilities of drylandproduction methods. Rice currently underproduction will support the cattle industryin the form of stock feed. It is highly likelythat successful rice crops will result in theestablishment of a stock feed processingfacility in the NT. NT Farmers have consistentlysupported rice farmers and attractedinterest in the sector.FodderNT Farmers extension staff provide highlevel support to the fodder industry andthe association is actively exploring opportunitiesto export fodder to key Asianmarkets.AvocadosOur Industry Development Officer hasNT Farmers are proudly supported by
been at the forefront of private trials of avocadosin the Territory. The role has promoted the opportunitiesof the crop, connected farmers with avocadoexperts and provided extra support when needed.NT Farmers work has resulted in a 1000 tree trial inthe Top End. If successful, this trial could establisha pathway for a new vibrant horticultural sector ofthe NT.HempThe Association has been actively involved in thepromotion and development of the hemp industryin the NT. The NT now has four hemp licenceholders with potentially more farmers to apply forlicenses. NT Farmers are promoting the Territoryand advocating for the local industry as a foundingmember of the Hemp Council of Australia.SesameCurrently there is 200 hectares of sesame undercultivation in the Territory, an exponential increasesince its establishment in 2018. The prospects forthe crop are strong and could develop into a profitableindustry that offers diversification options forproducers. NT Farmers have worked closely withproducers and have delivered technical advice andpromoted the industry.PotatoesNT Farmers identified a gap in the commercial potatomarket and connected a successful farmerwith potato buyers and processors. NT Farmerscan be credited with facilitating the creation of acommercial potato farm in which will generate jobsand income for all Territorians.NT Farmers Association’s contributions to the sectorare not simply limited to the Industry DevelopmentOfficer position, the association extensivelysupports the industry through policy creation, advocacyand education initiatives.NT Farmers have led the push to build a thrivingcotton industry in the Territory, it has campaignedfor the sector and developed a business case toconstruct a cotton processing facility. The businesscase and advocacy for the sector has resultedin commitment from industry and investors toself-fund a cotton gin in the Northern Territory andpotentially additional infrastructure throughout theTop End. The new cotton industry will also supportthe cattle sector by delivering a high protein cattlefood source from the byproduct of the cotton lint.The association have been instrumental in openingup opportunities for plant-based agriculture andcommunities in the less developed regions of theNorthern Territory. NT Farmers identified the agriculturalopportunities in the Western Davenportregion and commissioned studies into the feasibilityof development in the region. The studies haveunderpinned plans by government, investors andfarmers to create a long-term sustainable industryin the Tennant Creek area.The Association has implemented programs toensure the long-term viability of the industry. NTFarmers and Airbnb are helping farmers to diversifytheir income by hosting farm stays and experiencesfor tourists. This initiative will assist farmersto reduce their vulnerability to harvest and pricefluctuations while at the same time growing theNT’s tourism sector. Furthermore, our EducationDevelopment Officer is developing curriculum contentto encourage the next generation of successfulterritory farmers.In all of NT Farmers diversification activities, sustainablefarming practices are promoted to industry.NT Farmers have held highly successful irrigationand center pivot master classes in the Top Endregion. The classes seek to enhance farm yieldswhile at the same time minimizing the impact ofagricultural water use on the environment.The Northern Australian Food Futures Conferenceis organized by the association and is Australia’sleading conference on agricultural development inthe North. Not only does this event promote newindustries in the NT but it also places the Territoryfront and center in the minds of politicians and
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