GRAIN CENTRAL | Farmers call on parties to back rural connectivity ahead of election

Increased investment in digital connectivity is being called out as an election priority across agricultural industries as Australians prepare to vote in early May.

Among the ag groups advocating for political parties to back policies that ensure more reliable access to essential communications in rural areas is Grain Producers Australia.

Grain Central reported on the increasing digital divide experienced by rural and regional communities, particularly after the recent 3G network shutdown.

GPA chair and WA grain grower Barry Large said investing in regional areas to support the ongoing productivity of Australian grain producers would deliver broader economic benefits.

“People are at the centre of everything we do in the Australian grains industry,” Mr Large said.

“That’s why it’s a smart investment and political no brainer to back our industry; starting where the grain is actually produced.

“Backing our farmers provides grass roots strength to continuing growing the shared benefits and prosperity delivered for our industry, the economy, environment, and rural communities.”

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