State-of-the-Art Potato Storage Facility Opened in Tasmania

Braddon MHA Bryan Green says a new state-of-the-art storage facility on the North-West Coast builds on the region’s reputation as Australia’s premier potato-growing area.

Mr Green today officially opened the $2 million development undertaken by long time potato growers Phlilip and Jane Beswick at Sisters Creek.

“This is a welcome investment in our agricultural sector and a very positive sign for potato growers,” Mr Green said.

“Farmers have had their share of ups and downs in recent times particularly with the rising costs of production and its great to see both tonnages and prices for potatoes imprToving.”

Mr Green said the new 7000 tonne storage facility would provide much-needed extra local capacity given a 30 per cent increase in production foreshadowed by McCains.

“Tasmania already produces half of all the processed potatoes in Australia and our reputation for quality and reliability is second to none.”