22 August 2024
Key items of discussion and outcomes included:
- eID Advantage Program
- Members noted $900,000 in funding has been provided to deliver a 3-year eID Advantage Program to improve producer knowledge and understanding of changed responsibilities under the National Livestock Identification System (NLIS).
- Members outlined the value in utilising the expertise of the Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) to provide general feedback on project extension activities to be delivered under the eID Advantage Program.
- PIRSA will provide regular updates to IAC on the eID Advantage Program. Individual members will be approached for input and expertise outside of formal IAC meetings.
- Grants Program update
- PIRSA sought advice from members on the current scope of the grants program and whether the supply chain is appropriately covered.
- Members outlined a need to continue to provide clear messaging about roles and responsibilities across the supply chain, and a particular effort on hobby farmers and small producers.
The next meeting of the IAC is planned for September 2024. This meeting will focus on amendments to the Livestock Regulations.