1、MushroomPeople Development StrategyAcknowledgement of Country We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the Country that we work on throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land,waters and culture.We pay our respects to their Elders past and present,and we acknowledge emergin
2、g leaders.Moreover,we express gratitude for the knowledge and insight that Traditional Owners and other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people contribute to our shared work in Australia.We pay respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.We recognise that Australia was fou
3、nded on the genocide and dispossession of First Nations people and acknowledge that sovereignty was not ceded in this country.We embrace the spirit of reconciliation,working towards self-determination,equity of outcomes,and an equal voice for Australias First People.Cover photo:RDNE Stock ProjectThi
4、s project has been funded by Hort Innovation using the mushroom research and development levy and contributions from the Australian Government.Hort Innovation is the grower-owned,not-for-profit research and development corporation for Australian .auABN 73 613 135 247April 2024Emma JonesMushroom Peop
5、le Development Strategy 1Strategy OverviewLike many industries across Australia the mushroom industry is facing challenges in attracting,developing and retaining labour,skilled and specialist workers.The industry has also been challenged by significant consolidation in recent years.This strategy has
6、 been developed in consultation with the Australian mushroom industry to provide a framework for addressing skills and capability needs and shortages which impact the growth,profitability and sustainability of the industry.The strategy focuses on people,capabilities and careers and considers the fac