TasFarmers, formerly the Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association (TFGA), is the peak farming organization representing agricultural producers in Tasmania, Australia.
The organization represents Tasmanian farmers through commodity councils and committees, including its Vegetable Council, which advocates for growers across the state’s vegetable industry.
TasFarmers represents the interests of potato and vegetable growers on issues including production costs, grower profitability, market conditions, biosecurity, regulation, labour and the long-term sustainability of Tasmania’s vegetable industry.
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August 30, 2026
Simplot and Tasmanian Potato Growers Remain at Odds Over French Fry Contracts
Simplot and Tasmanian potato growers remain at odds over prices and supply terms, with growers also concerned about contract cuts and a planned 30,000-tonne reduction in potato volumes through the Ulverstone processing plant.
August 28, 2019
Tasmanian Potato Farmers accepted Simplot's latest price offer
More than 80 potato growers in Tasmania, Australia felt a sense of relief when receiving Simplot's second offer for their processing potatoes, says Nathan Richardson, chairperson of the Tasmanian Farmers & Graziers Association (TFGA) Vegetable Council.
September 07, 2012
Tasmanian potato farmers expect industry 'wipe-out' if New Zealand imports are allowed
Furious Tasmanian farmers have warned that the state's potato industry faces ruin if New Zealand imports are allowed.From the archive
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