There are hopes a shift in consumer trends could help date growers become more established in Australia's agriculture sector. 

The Australian Date Growers Association says producers are experiencing a surge in demand. 

Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Produce distribution company Freshmax's Mike Tyler. 

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