Navco Testimonial

Navco have been dealing with The Australian Flower Company (TAFC) for the Past 10 years. This relationship has resulted in profitable growth for both businesses.

Navco are wholesale distributors of flowers and floral Accessories in the Mid West State of Illinois. We distribute the majority of our flowers nationally although we have a solid and growing customer base in and around Illinois.

We import from all over the world and therefore source seasonally from a wide range of countries. Obviously there is a high degree of logistical planning behind all our import programs, but none more so than from Australia. In close consultation with TAFC and the airlines we have virtually a trouble free shipping program throughout the season. Although most of our shipments consist of only a few varieties we are quickly expanding our knowledge and expertise into other varieties. With regular communication with Jamie and his staff we have been able to build a strong a reliable program.

It goes without saying we seek consistent supply and quality. Dealing with TAFC we know what we get. We get it on time and at a fair price. Their paper work is impeccable and we are in constant communication to make sure everything runs as planned. TAFC are one of very few exporters able to deliver consistently, on time, and good quality.

Florimex Western

The Australian Flower Company and Florimex Western have been trading for the past 12 years. This has seen both companies move from small seasonal supply to extended volume sales on a weekly basis nearly year round.

As a global name within the industry of flowers our company is brand conscious. Because of the nature of the North American market Florimex Western work hard to provide a service affiliated to quality. The Australian Flower Company has long provided strong reliable support, which we feel, reflects our company values.

Jamie has always been a strong promoter of new and interesting varieties, this kind of sponsorship has helped us and our North America clients acquire greater awareness for Australian flora.

Jamie and the TAFC’s endorsements on possible market leaders are always reviewed and respected, we feel this kind of personal investment has brought both Florimex Western and The Australian Flower Company through the market as companies able to deliver to the highest industry standard.

GROWER TESTIMONIAL

Ebonybrook – Ken Young

Ebonybrook is an established grower of Australian wildflowers for the export market situated near Gatton. S. East Queensland.

Eboneybrook's main products are kangaroo paw, Melaleuca Grevillea and more recently Backhousia.

Ebonybrook has always concentrated on the production of premium quality product and as a result of this has established with TAFC strong market growth within America, Canada and Europe.

Under the direction of Jamie Creer, TAFC is very proactive on the promotion and marketing of existing products but more importantly he and TAFC have been committed to the development of new markets, this has ensured long-term growth and stability for both our companies.

Throughout the past 14 years our relationship has been maintained and strengthened despite enormous market change due to an emphasis on communication.

Jamie communicates regularly with myself and other growers he is also instrumental in updating product awareness and trends through grower groups. These meetings have allowed all parties to monitor and discuss issues of concern and interest at all levels within our industry.

Jamie and TAFC have strong commitments to export success and this augurs well for both our futures.

Flowers from Elsewhere – Christine Caldicott

Flowers From Elsewhere, is a small to medium waxflower farm which is owned and operated by a husband and wife partnership. The farm is situated at Millmerran in South East Queensland, approximately 250kms west of Brisbane, the state’s capital.

The owners have been growing waxflower for over 12 years. During the early days, production amounted to less than 10,000 bunches annually which at present exceeds 60,000 bunches. During the past 9 years TAFC has played a significant roll in the marketing of product from the farm, approximately 50% of the flowers grown at Elsewhere are sold to TAFC.

The farm produces waxflower from June to September. The owners place great importance on implementing procedures to ensure that all product that is sold, will meet the 'Quality Standards' set by TAFC.

Jamie Creer has always been very focussed on market trends and the need to establish markets for new product. He regularly liases with growers to keep them informed of these issues. His commitment to the company and the industry will ensure a bright future for the TAFC