The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) is the leading national organisation representing Australia’s $102 billion food, drink and grocery manufacturing industry, which employs more than 288,000 Australians including in rural and regional areas. The food and grocery product industry is Australia's largest manufacturing sector and our members make a substantial contribution to the economic and social welfare of all Australians. Their products can be found in every Australian household. Our role is to help shape a business environment that encourages the food and grocery products industry to grow and remain profitable. Our mandate is to ensure there is a cohesive and credible voice for the industry, advance policies and manage issues to help member companies to grow their businesses in a socially responsible manner. We provide food and grocery products manufacturers with a platform from which they can voice their views on a range of issues.