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CONTRIBUTING TO VICTORIA'S DAIRY
INDUSTRY
Since beginning operations in 2000 the Foundation has invested in excess of $30m in cash contributions to 440 projects. With partner co-funding this represents $130m in new innovations across the dairy value chain. At any one time the Foundation typically has a portfolio of 90 active projects, which with partner investments represents around $25m of new innovation.
Key investment streams include longer-term Capability Building and annual rounds of funding in Innovation and Community and People Development. Approximately half of the Foundation’s investment directly impacts on-farm operations the other half directly impacts manufacturing, the science underpinning health claims and community development.
The Gardiner Foundation makes business decisions based on its vision and commitment to:
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Supporting projects that positively impact the dairy industry or dairy communities in Victoria.
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Being responsive to the changing needs of the industry.
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Aligning with the overall priorities of the industry, and working towards shared goals.
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Encouraging innovation and forward thinking ideas and projects.