Export opportunity, market transparency
&
Gold backed
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New options for Australian agriculture
Australian Farmers Corporation (AFC) offers Australian farmers, livestock producers and orchardists unprecedented access to some of the biggest and fastest-growing markets in the world. Through the use of in-house and contracted skills and services, AFC can deliver to Australian growers a bigger cut of the export value of their produce. We believe existing supply channels between the Australian farm gate and the delivery point in Asia are taking as much as 15-20% out of the producers’ pocket.
At AFC, we are determined to give that back to the Australian grower and give the export customer a great product at a competitive price too. Whether you’re an organic or a non-organic grower, your product is in demand, and AFC would like you to tap into export markets without delay.
What makes AFC different?
Why AFC
AFC is in discussion with governments and companies across Asia to establish direct links to your farm gate. These entities see huge benefits in sourcing Australian produce, famous for its food safety and high quality, to help satisfy booming demand. They want to know exactly where the meat, fruit, vegetables and dairy they are importing have come from, and AFC’s structure means we can keep the grower-consumer link tight.
Finance, insurance alternatives
Our increasingly global environment means more to Australian farmers than increased opportunities for agricultural export to Asia. It also means sovereign lenders outside Australia are prepared to consider extending finance to you at rates and on terms which are more attractive and accessible than those being offered by Australian banks. AFC is in contact with sovereign lenders who are keen to do business with Australian producers and can put you in touch with some borrowing alternatives if you are looking for a change in your financing arrangements. Bringing the availability of gold-backed lending and securing your business future without the threat of the big four banks.
In conjunction with Ag Guard, AFC is looking to develop some multi-peril crop insurance options for producers. Click here to take our insurance survey
Matthew Fuge
Co Founder / Director
Matthew was raised on the family farm at Forbes in central New South Wales, where he learnt to fly in the family’s Cessna 150, and developed his love of the land. Choosing to pursue a career in aviation, Matthew has clocked up 22 years as an airline pilot. While he has lived in Hong Kong since 2004, his heart has never left Australian agriculture. Today he is a part-owner of the family farm at Forbes, which continues the Fuge tradition of growing crops like wheat and barley, and running sheep and cattle. Living in Asia has shown Matthew the tremendous opportunities its economy offers Australia, a renowned producer of high-quality and safe food. Matthew has co-founded AFC because he believes Australian growers deserve better rewards for their commitment to agriculture, and improved transparency when it comes to export pricing.
Brent Bell
Insurance
Brent has more than 20 years’ experience in financial services management in sectors including insurance and asset management.
Before establishing his own executive consultancy, Brent was Managing Director and Head of Asia for Genworth Financial, a listed Fortune 500 company.
From 2003 to 2011, Brent was Vice President and Head of Affiliate Business in Asia Pacific for leading Australian-based life insurer MetLife Inc.
As a graduate of the Auckland University of Technology, Brent left New Zealand to forge a career which has taken him to postings in Australia, Africa, China and Hong Kong, his home since 2001.
He has also worked extensively with other countries, including India and Japan, and moved into international roles with AIG, one of the world’s leading insurance companies.
Brent has developed growth strategies to help build businesses in Asia by drawing on his management experience, cultural awareness and understanding of corporate governance.
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World class quality and professionalism in agriculture. Full traceability direct to the grower.
Australian beef is grown under the strict control guidelines of our meat industry. MLA and government agencies ensure all health and welfare of animals whilst being produce and strict grading of the final product so that there is no compromise to quality when it comes to sale.
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The Australian lamb industry has a long history of producing safe, quality lamb
for customers around the world. We take pride in the meticulous standards
that have resulted in one of the world’s highest animal health statuses, not to
mention our extensive traceability program. The following are just a few of the
reasons Australian lamb stands out in the global marketplace.
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Proximity to Asia shortens transport
times, allowing Australia to deliver
fresher, more attractive fruit and
vegetables to these markets by sea
and air, often supplying in counter-
seasonal months and in times of short
supply. Fresh produce can be packed
and airfreighted to Asian markets
within 48-60 hours from harvest.
Produce sent by sea in refrigerated
containers can be in Asian markets
within 12-20 days of harvest.
Traceability and quality assurance
systems are compulsory in all export
packing houses. Refrigerated storage
and trucking to port are used in all
production regions. Modern and
efficient port facilities provide prompt
delivery of consignments to export
destinations.
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Proximity to Asia shortens transport
times, allowing Australia to deliver
fresher, more attractive fruit and
vegetables to these markets by sea
and air, often supplying in counter-
seasonal months and in times of short
supply. Fresh produce can be packed
and airfreighted to Asian markets
within 48-60 hours from harvest.
Produce sent by sea in refrigerated
containers can be in Asian markets
within 12-20 days of harvest.
Traceability and quality assurance
systems are compulsory in all export
packing houses. Refrigerated storage
and trucking to port are used in all
production regions. Modern and
efficient port facilities provide prompt
delivery of consignments to export
destinations.
Click on image for details.
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