The impact of the global pandemic is estimated at a minimum of AUD $6.5 trillion, leaving almost all industries negatively impacted.
“In order to measure the COVID-19 impact on the Pacific Islands farming community, a survey was distributed to Farmer Organisations and farmers,” says Kyle Stice, manager of Pacific Island Farmers Organisation Network.
“The survey has raised key issues in parts of the Pacific that’s requiring farmers to adapt to new market dynamics, and while the current COVID-19 situation remains dire, there are major opportunities within the agricultural sector to boost the Pacific economy.”
“It’s going to take a cohesive and collaborative approach from all industry sectors and players to develop a strategic recovery plan for the region, and to be completed in stages as the immediate threats of COVID-19 subside.”
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