The Australian Made, Australian Grown (AMAG) Campaign is reminding Australians that now more than ever is the time to consciously buy locally made and grown products.

The devastating impact of Cyclone Yasi, floods and bushfires experienced across Australia is rapidly being felt with billions of dollars worth of damage to the nation’s agriculture, industry and export sales.

However, individuals can show their support to those adversely affected through a simple gesture, AMAG Chief Executive Ian Harrison says.

“As a nation we have a lot to be proud of. Our farmers, fishermen, manufacturers and processors make and grow goods which are renowned world-wide for their innovation, quality, high standards, and of course, in the case of food products, great taste,” Mr Harrison says.

“The impact that the floods are having on the nation’s East coast and the bushfires to the West, on top of the previous years of drought, is staggering.

“I really encourage all Australians to get behind our local businesses, producers and fellow workers by buying Australian made and grown products. You will not only be buying great products; you will be supporting our growers, manufacturers and the local economy in this time of recovery.”

Source: http://www.australianmade.com.au/buying-australian-integral-in-disaster-recovery-2/