Moving Forward Together

Investigating and understanding the need for Western Australian agrifood industry groups

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This report was commissioned by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) in Western Australia. The project identified how the Department best supports the industry. Who does what?  Where are the current gaps? What is global best practice? What is required for success?

Five models were identified and investigated

1. Lobbying and Advocacy

2. Training and Skills

3. Marketing and Positioning

4. Peak Industry Bodies

5. Quasi-Government Agency

Five critical factors of success were identified

1. Fulfill a real industry need

2. Serve a large industry

3. Address a coherent group

4. Provide valued roles and services

5. Robust funding model

Jun 2022