Voting for WoolPoll 2018 closes soon and woolgrowers who haven’t cast their vote are strongly encouraged to have their say before polls close on Friday, November 2, 2018.
WoolPoll Panel Chair, Sydney Lawrie, said the vote puts woolgrowers in the driving seat to determine what percentage of their wool income is invested in R&D and marketing through Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) over the next three years.
“The Australian wool industry is the only agricultural industry that can have its say every three years on the levy rate,” Mr Lawrie said.
“Voting has never been easier or quicker, and can be done in one of three ways: online at www.woolpoll.com.au, via reply paid mail or toll-free fax (1800 211 736).
“There are five levy rates for growers to consider in 2018, which are 3 per cent, 2.5pc, 2pc, 1.5pc and 0pc.”
Mr Lawrie said all Australian woolgrowers who have paid wool levies totalling $100 in the past three financial years are eligible to vote in WoolPoll 2018.
“I urge all growers to review their voter information kits, which include voting instructions and ballot papers, to make an informed decision on their levy preferences,” he said.
“WoolPoll is both an opportunity and a responsibility for growers to influence the direction of their levy investment.
“Don’t leave it to others to decide what levy you pay or make the mistake of thinking your vote doesn’t count.
“It’s your wool and your levy, so take a minute and vote!” he said.
Results will be announced at the AWI Annual General Meeting in Sydney on November 23, 2018.