Fish processing

A fish processor is anyone involved in the following activities, with fish or other aquatic resources, for a commercial process including:

  • processing
  • storing
  • transporting
  • dealing

Fish processing activities can also include:

  • scaling
  • gilling
  • gutting
  • filleting
  • freezing
  • chilling
  • packing
  • any other activity involved in preparing fish for sale.

Temporary abalone movement restrictions effective 27 May 2021

Following the detection of AVG at Cape Nelson in Victoria and in some New South Wales abalone processors in May 2021, temporary restrictions have been introduced on fresh abalone products coming into South Australia from interstate, including recreationally caught abalone.

Industry exemptions apply for fresh abalone product coming from a bio-secure facility such as a health accredited farm.

See current restrictions
Page last reviewed: 29 Apr 2022

 


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