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The Potato Growers Association of WA represents the interests of potato growers in WA.

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103 Outram Street , WEST PERTH WA 6005
08 9481 0834

News Articles

Friday, 21 November, 2014 - 13:16

Couch potato on deregulation

WA potatoes grow in a unique regulatory climate.

Friday, 20 February, 2015 - 13:23

Spud king takes a stand

The regulation of potato production in WA has the business community bemused at how such an anachronism can survive.

Wednesday, 11 November, 2015 - 13:07

Court order hurdle for spud king

Tony Galati’s battle with the Potato Marketing Corporation has been dealt a setback, after the regulator won an injunction from the Supreme Court to prevent him producing more than his allocated quota, until at least January 2.

Wednesday, 2 December, 2015 - 12:07

Growers deny deregulation push

Potato growers have poured cold water over reports earlier today that they’ll support deregulation of the industry, with the Potato Marketing Corporation saying it did not make any such recommendations and one senior grower representative labeling it a media stunt.

Monday, 21 December, 2015 - 09:46

Staring down the regulators

The Spud King’s battle with potato regulators is a flagship fight for those who want to cut red tape.

Friday, 15 April, 2016 - 12:29

Nalder moves on potatoes

Agriculture Minister Dean Nalder has made his first major move since being given the role, announcing the deregulation of the state’s potato industry and a handsome $14 million compensation package for growers.

Thursday, 17 August, 2017 - 13:03

WA potato growers unhappy with cash refund

Potato growers say farmers may be forced to accept a $650,000 reimbursement offer from the Western Australian government over a failed legal battle with Perth's maverick 'Spud King', despite it being less than half of what they are owed.

 
Nalder moves on potatoes
Friday, 15 April, 2016 - 12:29

Couch potato on deregulation

Spud king takes a stand

Court order hurdle for spud king

Growers deny deregulation push

Staring down the regulators

Nalder moves on potatoes

WA potato growers unhappy with cash refund

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