Friday, August 28, 2015
Region welcomes sheep and beef announcement
Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy visited the Horizons Region today to launch the first collaborative programme
between Central Government and regional stakeholders resulting from the Regional Growth Study.
Horizons Regional Council chairman and member of the Regional Growth Study Lead Team, Bruce Gordon, says the Sheep and
Beef Land Productivity Programme presents a real opportunity to harness the skills of farmers, processors and research
in the Region.
“The sheep and beef sector is at the heart of our regional economy. This was highlighted in the Regional Growth Study
and it’s pleasing to see Central Government responding so quickly to develop the potential of this sector,” Mr Gordon
says.
“As a region, we are working to establish our implementation structure for all eight opportunities identified in the
Study and this programme aligns closely with that process.
“Our farmers have faced trying times recently and we welcome the Minister’s commitment to breaking down barriers and
driving growth in the sector.”
ENDS