2008 Perspectives Conference - Turning challenges into opportunities
CropLife Australia will host its 3rd annual Perspectives Conference, which will bring together senior member company representatives, their customers, decision makers and other stakeholders under the CropLife banner.
A comprehensive line-up of speakers will discuss the latest developments in stewardship, regulation, distribution and the future of the farm sector. The conference program will aim to broadening participants' perspectives by examining current and emerging trends and issues that are likely to impact on the pesticide industry.
You will hear an Opening address by Lachie McKinnon, President CropLife Australia, and the Hon Craig Emerson, Minister for Small Business, Independent Contractors and the Service Economy will present a Keynote.
The Program will incorporate discussion on the following:
Challenge 1: Sustainable food production
Food vs Fuel
Moving food production to the North West
Reducing the regulatory burden
Challenge 2: Meeting community expectations
Protecting the Great Barrier Reef
Reducing spray drift
Embracing the benefits of GM foods
Challenge 3: Electronic advocacy
The insatiable 24 hour news beast
Online campaigning





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