11 November 2024

Key items of discussion and outcomes included:

• Amendments to Livestock Regulations 2013
  • PIRSA provided an overview of feedback received during consultation which was generally supportive of the proposed changes.
  • There was strong interest in the compliance approach and extension activities around legal obligations.
• eID Compliance Plan
  • PIRSA is developing an eID Compliance Plan to support eID implementation from 1 January 2025.
  • Compliance will be a combination of education and enforcement and the plan will recognise the tools available to PIRSA to enhance compliance.
• Grants and Rebate Update
  • Members raised specific concerns about current support:
    • Tag rebate and point of sale tag discount ends 30 June 2025 which is in the middle of lamb marking.
    • Some producers will need to double tag from 1 January 2027, especially ewes kept beyond 5 years.
  • Members discussed recording and reporting obligations and key commencement dates
    • Government funding model may also impact some saleyards from investing in essential equipment and infrastructure.
    • Engaging with AgShows as soon as possible to ensure they understand their obligations and determine what scanning equipment will best suit their needs.
    • Engagement with hobby famers is important to ensure they understand and meet their obligations.

The next meeting of the Industry Advisory Committee is planned for February 2025.

Key items for discussion at the next meeting include industry experiences with the first month of mandatory eID scanning.