The plant-based agricultural and horticultural industry presents the Northern Territory (NT) agricultural sector with a significant opportunity to diversify crop production and enhance farm gate returns. The region’s competitive advantages of proximity to key markets, suitable climate and sufficient land for development provide a strong foundation that will enable the long term success and viability of the plant-based agricultural and horticultural industry in the NT.
This comprehensive document provides a broad overview of the current state of agriculture in the NT and outlines the economic opportunities that will arise from new crops and agricultural precincts.