FOOD supported by the voluntary AHEA Chair , David Minnis , and dedicated Directors who devote much time and personal resources on the behalf of the horticulture industry .
Past 18 months ? Over the past 18 months , the AHEA has conscientiously represented Member interests to Government ( State and Federal ) on issues such as the fruit fly strategy , HAL Review , Agriculture Competitiveness White Paper , Air Cargo Supply Chain Security protocols , Government rebate extension for industry , Country Protocol development , market access and maintenance , DAFF / AQIS operational issues and charging ( requesting extension of hours / weekend support and reducing turnaround times ), as well as liaising with shipping companies on shipping services , charges and container availability . Regular correspondence and meetings have been held between AHEA and the government Departments , Ministers , Senators and supply chain stakeholders .
During this period , AHEA has conducted several well attended Market and Trade Forums in Brisbane , Sydney and Melbourne to
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