Objectives of the associations

(1) In addition to the objectives that may be set out in their respective bye-laws, each association shall have the following as its main objectives34 (a) promote, foster and encourage the growing of sugar cane and the welfare of the industry in its sphere of influence; (b) encourage and assist cane farmers to produce the best quality sugar cane to be delivered to (c) assist researchers or research institutes in matters relating to the production, cultivation and harvesting of sugar cane, and the extension and expansion of sugar cane production to; (d) maintain and update a comprehensive register of all of its members; (e) notify its members immediately of any disease or pest affecting the production or cultivation of sugar cane and containment of the problem; (f) make representations to the Government, the Board, the manufacturers or any other entity with interest in the industry on any matter affecting the interest of its members; and (g) act as agent for its members on any matter within the scope of its objectives, and to undertake any trust or agency in matters related to the industry, directly or indirectly.