Contrary to popular belief, Israel did not invent the cherry tomato, but rather commercialized the growing and consumption practice. This is typical of the “startup nation” mentality – strong academic research backed by industrial buy-in, to profit from limited and diminishing economic resources. Coupling the above with entrepreneurial mindset means that technological inventions, such as the aforementioned, proves that Israel as a country is well-respected globally as an enterprising nation in the agriculture technology (agritech) space. So, what’s next?Read on to learn about the 5 universal challenges and which companies are solving them around the world: https://israeltrade.org.au/2022/02/16/the-future-of-farming/
We will only intrude on people’s lives when a demonstrated
and substantial need to do so exists. When action is required, we will always seek to find the “common
interest solution” that the majority can accept. Our policy formulation, taxing, spending and donations approach
will be evidence-based, fully transparent and consultative. We will establish caps on political donations and spending, with
a real-time declaration of money donated and spent and criminal penalties for
non-compliance.All our politicians will sign a binding oath always to serve the country honestly and in the community’s best interests and be held
legally accountable.
When a big change is required, a democratic government should seek
a solution that appeals to the majority and is least problematic to others.
Reform in Australia is inherently challenging as the ‘politics’
at both state and federal level can de-rail change, even if majority community
support exists.
Tax Reform in Australia has been held back for too long by
political wrangling and manoeuvring.
Our politicians should put their egos aside and seek community
input via a Citizens Jury to determine a tax reform package that is viewed as a
‘common good’ and then get on with implementation.
Founded by Sacha Steinberger, Legal Link is a NFP on a mission to remove the legal barriers that prolong families experience of poverty in the US. Partnered with over 50 community-based organisations across the California Bay Area, Legal Link train their partners to act as ’community navigators’ to their clients, providing help and support in identifying legal issues and then guidance on how to access the right legal service. They also have a free legal directory and information hub available too. To learn more about Legal Link’s mission, read this interview with Sacha Steinberger www.legallink.org
