Input sought on Middle East sheep exports

A discussion paper outlining policy options for sheep exports to, or through, the Middle East during the northern summer months is now available for stakeholder comment. Minister for Agriculture, Bridget
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Improving oversight of live animal exports

An independent inspector-general of Live Animal Exports to oversee regulation of the industry is a step closer today with the Bill to establish the position as a statutory appointment passing the Senate. Agriculture
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Regulation reset for live export industry

The live export industry will be reset following the completion of the Moss Review into the culture, capability and investigative capacity of the regulator of live exports. Minister for agriculture
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PETA ad rejected by Sydney Ferries

Outspoken animal activist group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has had its advertisement that shows sheep jam-packed in ‘filthy stalls’ aboard a live export ship rejected by Sydney Ferries.
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New $85m NT abattoir gets the go-ahead

Confidence amongst Northern Territory cattle farmers will no doubt be boosted after hearing a proposal for a new $85 million Livingstone abattoir has gotten the go-ahead from the Australian Agricultural Company.
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