Specific topics Research to target those specific production constraints to organic production. Need leadership to overcome individualism of New Zealand farmers especially some organic ones. Need for AgLinks. These could be provided or developed in consultation with organic growers. Market Current growth figures for organic returns to New Zealand are high with rapid growth forecasted - research would support this trend.
Market access is a significant issue with Non tariff trade barriers likely in the future.
Organics is a way around this. Have to live up to the promise and be transparent. The fastest growing food industry. Other Could reduce overall production costs by improved use of organic methods. There may be a need for an environmental consumer tax - to charge a higher tax on food produced in a Non sustainable system.