CARNIVAL Australia President Sture Myrmell (pictured) recently participated in a “farm tour” to help shine a light on those who have been hit hard by the suspension of cruising during the COVID-19 pandemic. The New South Wales-based farmers are longstanding suppliers to Carnival ships, and Manuel Xerri, who farms a...
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CARNIVAL Australia President Sture Myrmell (pictured) recently participated in a “farm tour” to help shine a light on those who have been hit hard by the suspension of cruising during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The New South Wales-based farmers are longstanding suppliers to Carnival ships, and Manuel Xerri, who farms a 600-acre property, said his output and income had been slashed by 40% or more while cruising has been suspended.
Carnival Australia Director of Supply Chain Jeremy Goodman said farmers who supply cruise lines are the epitome of resilience and overcoming challenges, with extreme weather conditions also recently taking a toll.
“The pandemic has been a big hit for our farm suppliers and for everyone involved in getting the produce to the ships,” he said.
“There is a huge supply chain that goes into making the magic that is cruise.”
Corporate Executive Chef Uwe Stiefel added the farm visits will become a regular feature.
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