The impact of the industry on social systems that extend beyond the industry – those aspects of human and social capital that have significance to the broader society rather than to the industry in particular.

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This component covers impacts on systems that extend beyond the industry’s primary interest. The industry is responsible for its impact, but cannot reasonably be held responsible for the condition of the system. For example, the industry can manage the employment opportunities it provides but it cannot be held responsible for the level of unemployment in a regional community. Similarly the industry is responsible for any impacts it might have on human health through failing to control chemical residues in its products but it cannot be held responsible for the overall health status of the Australian population.

 The component currently has three sub-components: individuals, local and regional communities and the national community. These reflect the different points at which impacts are felt. A fourth sub-component, farm families, has been proposed to sit between individuals and regional and local communities.

Desired outcome

Negatuve contributions of the industry on social systems are reduced or eliminated and positive contributions are maintained or increased. 

Indicator

To be developed.

Summary measure

To be developed.