Pan Pacific Pork Expo 2012 - positive and upbeat vibes at sold out venue

摘要

At The Pan Pacific Pork Expo (PPPE) 2012: 'Different by Choice' was the theme at the event held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Queensland at Broadbeach Queensland on May 16-17, 2012. There were 480 attendees and 45 exhibitors in asold out venue where the vibe was upbeat and positive. The Federal Government Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, the Hon Joe Ludwig spoke from the floor of the exhibition hall when he launched the Porkscan Initiative and later at the start of the Plenary conference session In his opening address the well briefed minister set a positive tone that helped boost the optimistic mood for the entire event. The minister opened by referring to the recent federal budget.