http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/ en deb.baum@bigpond.com Copyright 2010 2010-08-25T00:54:00+00:00 http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/gfc_and_the_resturcture_of_managed_investment_schemes/ http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/gfc_and_the_resturcture_of_managed_investment_schemes/#When:00:54:00Z The impact of the GFC has resulted in some restructuring activity of Managed Investment Scheme arrangements. In this edition of FST e-Bulletin, Corporate Partner, Alan Jessup, discusses some of these restructuring options available. GFC_and_the_restructure_of_MIS_Piper_Alderman.pdf This information has been supplied by our National Sponsor Piper Alderman The impact of the GFC has resulted insome resturctuiring activity of Managed Investment Scheme arrangements. In this edition of FST e-Bulletin, Corporate Partner, Alan Jessup, discusses some of these resturcturing options available.  More ... This information has been supplied by our National Sponsor Piper Alderman   National News 2010-08-25T00:54:00+00:00 http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/new_members_for_june_2010/ http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/new_members_for_june_2010/#When:04:00:18Z Welcome to our new members Danica Leys, Blandslaw, North Ryde NSW Robert Salmon, Product Development Manager of PGG Wrighston Seeds (Australia) Pty Ltd of Laverton Vic Baker & McKenzie, Bridge Street Sydney NSW Welcome to our new members Danica Leys, Blandslaw, North Ryde NSW Robert Salmon, Product Development Manager of PGG Wrighston Seeds (Australia) Pty Ltd of Laverton Vic Baker & McKenzie, Bridge Street Sydney NSW National News 2010-06-21T04:00:18+00:00 http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/new_members_for_may_2010/ http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/new_members_for_may_2010/#When:05:34:09Z Welcome New Members Andrew Murray, Manager Water & Food for AJ Lucas Ltd, Maquarie Park NSW Brett Pekin, Manager of BLP Agribusiness Solutions, Swan Hill VIC Stewart Levitt, Principal of Levitt Robinson - Solicitors, Sydney NSW David Bryant, Managing Director of Rural Funds Management Ltd, Kingston ACT Welcome new Members Andrew Murray, Manager Water & Food for AJ Lucas Ltd, Maquarie Park NSW Brett Pekin, Manager of BLP Agribusiness Solutions, Swan Hill VIC Stewart Levitt, Principal of Levitt Robinson - Solicitors, Sydney NSW David Bryant, Managing Director of Rural Funds Management Ltd, Kingston ACT National News 2010-05-18T05:34:09+00:00 http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/rabobank_education_programs/ http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/rabobank_education_programs/#When:05:44:49Z Rabobank’s Executive Development Program and Farm Mangers Program offer the opportunity for primary producers to enhance their business management skills while mixing with a group of world-class, innovative peers. Rabobank’s interactive and challenging educational programs offer the opportunity for primary producers to enhance their business management skills while mixing with a group of world-class, innovative peers. Rabobank_Education_Flyer.pdf There are two programs on offer – the Executive Development Program for the decision maker of leading farm businesses and the Farm Managers Program for the next generation of farm owners. Since their inception, over 500 leading producers have attended the programs, with many directly crediting them for the subsequent growth and development of their business. Strategies to help grow and sustain your business • Addressing contemporary agricultural and business issues to develop skills in leadership, business planning, human resource management, performance and financial management and communication • Bringing together primary producers from Australia and New Zealand and across a diverse range of enterprises • Exploring cutting edge management principles through interactive sessions run by leading industry experts, supplemented by group discussions, group projects and case studies • Helping participants to develop the framework and tools to formalise decision making and planning for their own farming operation • Residential program, with places limited to 36 to maximise the learning experience and networking opportunity. Applications close on Friday 28 May 2010 and for more information, visit www.rabobank.com.au/bmp or contact Skye Ward on 02 8115 4139. Click to read the press release for the Executive Development Program or Farm Manger Program   National News 2010-05-12T05:44:49+00:00 http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/new_members_for_april_2010/ http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/new_members_for_april_2010/#When:00:36:36Z We welcome our new Agribusiness Association members this month Elizabeth Thomspon, Wool Coordinator for Fletcher International Exports, Dubbo NSW Candace Klein, Student of the University of Queensland, Centenary Heights QLD San Jolly, Director and Principal Consultant of Productive Hutrition Pty Ltd, Walerville South Australia Sophie Hynes, Agribusiness Student of the University of Qld, Forest Hill Queensland. Click here if you would like to join. We welcome our new Agribusiness Association members this month Elizabeth Thomspon, Wool Coordinator for Fletcher International Exports, Dubbo NSW Candace Klein, Student of the University of Queensland, Centenary Heights QLD San Jolly, Director and Principal Consultant of Productive Hutrition Pty Ltd, Walerville South Australia Sophie Hynes, Agribusiness Student of the University of Qld, Forest Hill Queensland. Click here if you would like to join. National News 2010-04-21T00:36:36+00:00 http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/tax_alert_gst_cross_border_transport_services/ http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/tax_alert_gst_cross_border_transport_services/#When:00:11:46Z Are you a business who deals in importing and exporting either domestically or internationally? The following report provided by Piper Alderman outlines the GST implications for logistics across borders. Click Here to read more. Are you a business who deals in importing and exporting either domestically or internationally? The following report provided by Piper Alderman outlines the GST implications for logistics across borders. Revised exposure draft legislation was released by Treasury on 29 March 2010 which concerns changes to the GST law regarding the domestic transport of imported and exported goods. Businesses involved in the Australian leg of international transport should consider the potential impact of these changes. The proposed changes will amend the GST Act so that….... Click Here to read more. www.piperalderman.com.au National News 2010-04-21T00:11:46+00:00 http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/aaa_publication_agribusiness_australia_recently_released/ http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/aaa_publication_agribusiness_australia_recently_released/#When:03:20:19Z Agribusiness Australia, a journal produced by Palamedia Limited with the support of the Agribusiness Association of Australia, will feature unique insights into the strategies of key industry players on a wide range of concerns, from sustainable farming and climate change, to skills shortage and investment management. A valuable reference point for both industry and government, the publication will demonstrate how such daunting challenges can in fact provide significant opportunities for existing enterprises and entirely new industries. Agribusiness Australia, a journal produced by Palamedia Limited with the support of the Agribusiness Association of Australia, will feature unique insights into the strategies of key industry players on a wide range of concerns, from sustainable farming and climate change, to skills shortage and investment management. A valuable reference point for both industry and government, the publication will demonstrate how such daunting challenges can in fact provide significant opportunities for existing enterprises and entirely new industries.Long a primary contributor to Australia’s prosperity, agribusiness has maintained its strong performance in the face of the global economic crisis.  Today, however, our agribusiness industries face an unprecedented range of challenges, from one end of the value chain to the other. The publication’s companion website, Agribusiness-Australia.com.au, will serve to raise awareness and foster healthy public debate about the ethical, environmental, business and competitive issues faced by industries all along the value chain. News oriented, interactive and analytical, the website will represent a valuable resource in itself. Contact at Agribusiness Association of Australia if you would like a copy sent to you.  $10 Postage & Handling will apply to non-members. Click here for the link to the electronic copy via the Agribusiness-Australia website. National News 2010-03-30T03:20:19+00:00 http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/new_fax_number_for_agribusiness_association_of_australia/ http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/new_fax_number_for_agribusiness_association_of_australia/#When:04:19:05Z The fax number for the Agribusiness Association of Australia has changed to now be 08 81278052. If you are having trouble reaching us via fax please do not hesitate to contact Deb on 0448 840 232. The fax number for the Agribusiness Association of Australia has changed to now be 08 81278052. If you are having trouble reaching us via fax please do not hesitate to contact Deb on 0448 840 232. National News 2010-03-15T04:19:05+00:00 http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/capitalising_on_market_signals_-_a_grains_industry_success_story_1st_april_/ http://www.agribusiness.asn.au/index.php/events_content/capitalising_on_market_signals_-_a_grains_industry_success_story_1st_april_/#When:02:01:24Z The Agribusiness Association together with PIRSA have put together two great speakers who will give you insight into using strategic market analysis from the ‘SA Grains Market Overview’ to build your branding enabling access to international markets. Click hyperlink for Registration form Registration Form AAA SA Breakfast 1 April 2010.pdf The Agribusiness Association together with PIRSA have put together two great speakers who will give you insight into using strategic market analysis from the ‘SA Grains Market Overview’ to build your branding enabling access to international markets. Click hyperlink for Registration form AAA_SA_Breakfast_1_April_2010.pdf Guest Speakers Matthew Palmer As Senior Market Analyst within PIRSA’s Market Intelligence Unit, Matthew Palmer undertakes strategic market analysis on markets, trade, trends and opportunities resulting in the publication of comprehensive overviews on food industry sectors. Grains is the is the latest sector to be highlighted, with the South Australian Grains Market Overview highlighting the key markets for SA grain products, consumer and customer trends driving purchasing decisions as well as potential opportunities for future market development. Duncan MacGillivray, chief executive, KI Pure Grain Duncan MacGillivray is known to many as the creator of the internationally successful and award-winning Two Dogs brand, but more recently has been working with Kangaroo Island grain growers – on selling their premium produce to the world. With excellent contacts within the grain industry, and an eye for finding new market opportunities, Duncan is now working hard on building up high-end clients in Asia, and ensuring the KI Pure Grain brand continues to grow. Kangaroo Island Pure Grain Kangaroo Island Pure Grain was set up last year to sell canola from the island to new markets overseas. It now looks after the storage, handling and marketing of grain for about 98 per cent of the island’s growers. A total of 78 of the island’s major grain growers have signed three-year contracts with KI Pure Grain, with a strong focus on selling and marketing clean, GM-free products to a range of premium markets throughout Asia and the Middle East. Duncan will share with us today the journey he and the KI Pure Grain growers have gone through as they focus on and meet the needs of their consumers. Click hyperlink for Registration form Registration Form AAA SA Breakfast 1 April 2010.pdf National News, SA News 2010-03-03T02:01:24+00:00