The State’s peak farming organisation has welcomed the energy initiatives announced in yesterday’s State Budget.
Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association (TFGA) CEO Peter Skillern said that it was pleasing to see the On-farm Energy and Irrigation Audit Program funded in the budget’s Forward Estimates.
“The $10 million 12- month extension of the energy rebate program for commercial and industrial businesses coming off contract was also a welcome addition to the government’s energy plan,” Mr Skillern said.
“Our thanks to Energy Minister Guy Barnett for these valuable initiatives that will assist Tasmanian agriculture to remain profitable and sustainable as we work towards growing the value of the sector to $10 billion a year by 2050.”
Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association (TFGA) CEO Peter Skillern
