The saying “if it works, do more of it” certainly applies to FMC’s Graslan Aerial3D HiLoad herbicide promotion, which in its fifth-year running has once again raised valuable funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS).

FMC has once again joined forces with rural retail stores across Australia to donate almost $70,000 to the Queensland section of the RFDS.

FMC’s Graslan herbicide promotion ran from May to October 2022, donating to the RFDS for every tonne of product sold in participating outlets, with the donated amount surpassing FMC’s previous annual donation by over 40 percent this season.

FMC area business manager Andrew Burrows said, “Special thanks to Queensland graziers for their continued support of FMC’s aerial service of Graslan herbicide, and also thanks to our Nutrien, Elders, Samios Trading and CRT customers in north and central Queensland who participated.

“Their local experience and support of this promotion year after year allows us to contribute to the great work that the RFDS does in their communities.”

RFDS has been a cause close to the hearts of the FMC team who live and work in regional Queensland and who believe it is essential to keep the Flying Doctor flying.

RFDS Townsville nurse manager Elizabeth Ferrier thanked FMC for its ongoing support, saying “The services we provide could not exist without the generosity of supporters like FMC, who have now raised a total of more than $146,000 for the Flying Doctor in Queensland.

“Donations such as these are critical in helping us continue to deliver and expand services, have the latest medical equipment and supplies, invest in new aircraft and infrastructure, and deliver first-class training for our crews – ensuring we can continue to provide life-saving care for regional, rural, and remote communities, year-round.”

Nurse Ferrier thanked FMC and its customers and expressed the gratitude of the RFDS for the company’s continued support.

“By donating to the RFDS, we know the money is benefitting people in rural and remote communities, and that we are helping to overcome the barriers to healthcare access that many regional Australians face.”

Mr Burrows said he looked forward to being able to match or better this year’s donation next season with another Graslan Aerial3D HiLoad promotion, continuing FMC’s support of this vital work to assist those that live in country Australia.