Fact sheet: Native grain species
Trees, shrubs, grasses and even small herbs produce seed. Seeds are designed to have carbohydrate, protein and enzymes for young plants and are excellent food...
Governance structures for new and emerging industries
34 pages
Published: 19 Jun 2023
Author(s): Tharani Dharmaraj, Alanna Rennie
ISBN: 978-1-76053-385-4
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An AgriFutures Australia audit of the research, development and extension (RD&E) plans of 17 emerging agricultural industries identified industry governance as one of six high-priority needs. Robust governance structures are essential to the sustainable growth of emerging industries. They ensure the industry is effectively promoted, well-positioned and strongly represented.
This report provides foundational information to emerging industries wanting to develop their own governance body. The main options for structuring corporate governance according to an industry’s needs, purpose and capacity are provided and include (a) private company limited by shares; (b) company limited by guarantee; (c) association; and (d) co-operative. Charities are also discussed. The benefits of each governance structure, and a decision tree to identify the most appropriate body according to an industry’s circumstances, are provided.
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