HAVE YOU TAKEN UP YOUR FREE MEMBERSHIP?

Are you a member of Sugar Research Australia? If not, you could be missing out on the latest information about research developments and events in your area.

SRA’s Executive Manager, Industry Services Hywel Cook said while payment of the sugarcane levy is mandatory for growers and millers under Australian legislation, SRA membership is voluntary, free and benefits all grower and miller levy payers.

“Under SRA’s constitution, levy payers must opt in and register to become members. Membership is not automatic,” Hywel said.

“By being a member, growers can play an active role in determining the future of their industry-owned organisation. Only members are eligible to vote in decisionmaking about SRA, which is why we encourage all levy payers to register to become a member.

“Membership also provides easier access to the latest information and updates from SRA and industry partners. These include invitations to SRA events in local districts, webinars, and online tools, with information on research that is being undertaken along with opportunities to meet with researchers and other specialists throughout the year.”

Local Ingham sugarcane grower, Chris Bosworth said it was valuable to meet with staff and other growers at field days and information sessions.

“Getting together with other growers at these events provides me with a chance to ask questions about the latest varieties and other initiatives that I would like more information on,” Chris said.

“The great thing about SRA events and meetings is that they are voluntary so you can attend only those that are of interest to you.”

SRA members have the opportunity to vote at the Annual General Meeting, to be held this year on 27 October. Members can also nominate for election to the Director Selection Committee and nominate or be nominated as the Delegate in each SRA district.

How do you join?

It’s free to become a member – simply fill in the membership form and return it to SRA.

Visit sugarresearch.com.au or scan the QR code to apply for SRA’s membership.

You can also email membership enquiries to sra@sugarresearch.com.au.

About SRA

SRA is Australia’s specialist sugarcane research organisation. We invest in evidence-based research, development, and adoption activities on behalf of sugarcane growers and millers to meet industry challenges and opportunities.

SRA is an industry-owned company that invests in and manages a portfolio of research, development, and adoption projects that drive productivity, profitability and sustainability for the Australian sugarcane industry. SRA is funded by a levy of 70 cents per tonne of cane, paid equally by growers (35c) and millers (35c). Co-investment is also provided by the Commonwealth Government and the Queensland Government.