Gen Fresh. The name does a lot of work. It speaks to produce that is genuinely, measurably fresh — world-class fruit and vegetables grown in one of Australia’s finest food regions. It speaks to genuine people — farming families whose identity is inseparable from what they grow. It speaks to generational change — inspiring the next generation to see agriculture as something worth choosing. And it speaks to a fresh approach for a brand that has earned real trust: Genuinely Southern Forests. That’s four ideas in two words. That’s good leadership thinking.
Part of what I value about chairing the Southern Forests Food Council is the opportunity to share what this region actually represents. Stretching from Manjimup and Pemberton through to Bridgetown, Nannup and Northcliffe, the Southern Forests contributes $750 million to the regional economy and supports jobs across farming, packing, logistics and retail. These are real livelihoods, real communities — and real alignment with Western Australia’s priorities around local industry, regional development, youth employment and food security.
When consumers choose Southern Forests produce, they’re supporting Made in WA in the most direct sense possible. And in a world where fuel, fertiliser and supply chains are under pressure, strong local food production isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s a strategic asset.
Gen Fresh helps protect and grow that asset — together. None of this happens without the dedicated SFFC team and the brilliant creative work of Perth-based agency braincells, who helped bring the campaign to life.
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