What concerns exist for Hay Processors today ?

• World Price Movements
  • Having to maintain profitability when market price falls or the margins are squeezed
• Competition from other Processors, nationally and overseas.
  • Technology improvements adopted by competitors
• Reliability of supply
  • Volume to satisfy peaks and troughs
  • Maintenance and down-time
  • Reliable logistics - container availability
• Quality of supply
  • Bale presentation
  • Contaminant removal
  • Product Range
• Local Issues
  • OH&S and staff issues
  • Cost of Transport and Power
• Waste