IHA NSW AIMS TO:
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Facilitate knowledge exchange and information dissemination.
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Increase public awareness of the benefits of Industrial Hemp based products in all sectors.
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Support and develop job creation especially in rural areas.
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Establish, administer and develop state and national lobby group to interface with government agencies.
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Commitment to a national Industrial Hemp body.
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Provide an alternative, profitable crop option for growers by facilitating the development of Industrial Hemp enterprise.
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Adopt a firm stance against genetic modification o Industrial Hemp crops.
WHAT WE DO
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Supports Australian farmers, manufacturers and retailers by developing the industrial hemp industry in NSW
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Establishes, administers and develops state and national lobby groups to interface with government agencies
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Facilitates knowledge exchange and information dissemination and to provide a focal point for the industry.
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Forms a foundation and ongoing commitment for a national Australian hemp association
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Represents industry interests in matters of quarantine, legislation and other grower, producer and end user issues, providing a strong industry voice
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Adopts a firm stance against genetic modification of hemp crops
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Increases awareness of the uses and benefits of Industrial Hemp-based sustainable products in all sectors
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Fosters national objective of developing environmentally and economically sustainable Industrial Hemp industry
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Supports the development of new employment opportunities in rural communities - especially those with significant indigenous populations
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Liaises with other state associations/organisations and political affiliates with aligned goals