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Strategic partnerships
RTFA is represented on the Executive Committee of the Flower Association of Queensland Inc (FAQI). The FAQI is Queensland's cut-flower industry peak body which provides coordination, representation and information to its members in order to strengthen the industry.
FAQI's membership includes:
(1) individual growers of traditional flowers, Australian native flowers and Protea, tropical flowers and foliage (2) regional and commodity grower groups (3) allied traders
FAQI presently represents the interests of about 330 cut flower businesses in Queensland. If your interested in joining or finding out more information about them please visit there site http://www.flowersqueensland.asn.au
FAQI is also a member of the Qld Farmers Federation (QFF).
The QFF have identified the following key issues for primary producers in Australia.
Industry Development
• Value Chains
• Telecommunications
• Research and Development
• Trade Reform and;
• Market Access
RTFA representation positions it to provide leadership and make a valuable contribution to industry reform through the use of telecommunications and IT to add value and strengthen the industry.
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