MARKET ACCESS NOTICE
25th March 2021
This Notice contains information general in nature. Before taking any action based on the information provided, you should consider its appropriateness to your individual circumstances and business objectives. Exporters should verify any details with their importers prior to undertaking any action.
HOT OFF THE PRESS: New legal framework for Australia’s agricultural exports
Did you know on average it is once in every 20 years that there is a legislation change?
Australia’s new legal framework for Australia’s agricultural exports will commence on 28 March 2021. It is being introduced as part of the Australian Government’s wider initiative to strengthen Australia’s agricultural exports and market access.
The new export legislation comprises the:
- Export Control Act 2020 (the Act) which sets out the overarching legal framework for the regulation of exported goods including food and agricultural products from Australia.
- Export Control Rules 2021 (the Rules) which are the legislative instruments that set out the operational requirements that must be met to export specific goods from Australia (e.g. seafood). The Rules must be read in conjunction with the Act.
To enable the transition to the new agricultural export legislation to be properly managed, the Export Control (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provisions) Act 2020 provides transitional provisions and makes consequential amendments.
The new legislation streamlines and consolidates the existing export-related requirements included in more than 20 Acts and 40 pieces of delegated legislation. The benefits of the new legislation include:
- More relevance, responsiveness and efficiency for exporters, farmers and other primary producers
- Stronger regulation, while removing duplication and ensuring consistency across commodities where possible
- Clarity and simpler regulatory requirements, such as those that relate to authorised officers.
- Continuation to ensure exported goods meet importing country requirements, compliance with government and relevant industry standards, traceability through the exports supply chain where required and the integrity of goods and the accuracy of applied trade descriptions and official marks.
The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment’s website is being updated for the commencement of the new legislation. From 28 March 2021, their Improved Agricultural Export Legislation web page will include the latest information on Australia’s new agricultural export legislation, including links to the Export Control Act 2020, the Export Control Rules 2021 and supporting information sheets.
Please review this information and refer any questions about the new legislation, to the department by clicking here or 1800 502 437
Export strategy and opportunities in Korea
If you are interested in exporting to Korea then this free webinar will be useful to help you explore opportunities in Australia's fourth-largest trading partner. Tune in to get the latest update on agribusiness and food trade opportunities in South Korea, hear from Austrade’s Seoul-based agrifood specialist Trade Commissioner and iconic Aussie brand and exporter Bundaberg Brewed Drinks. Register to attend the export strategy and opportunities in Korea post covid webinar by clicking here
Digital seafood meeting targeting the European seafood market
The Digital Seafood Meeting is a free virtual industry meeting organised by the trade show organisers of fish international Germany and several industry partners. It will take place on 21st April.
This event offers seafood professionals targeting the European seafood market a great networking opportunity. In addition to the 1:1 virtual meetings between the attendees there will be three sessions discussing trends in food service, retail as well as innovations such as plant and cell based products. To register for this free digital seafood meeting click here
Change to end of current contract dates and flying dates on Qantas routes
The IFAM flight schedules have been updated with the latest details on IFAM-supported flights with Qantas. Routes are now scheduled to operate until the end of May. Please note, there have been some changes to flying days so be sure to review the schedules carefully.
Exploring the 2021 power of seafood and US seafood consumption trends
The past year has presented unprecedented challenges and opportunities to the seafood industry. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it food service-sector shutdowns, panicked grocery-buying, e-commerce booms, and several fascinating and unexpected seafood consumer trends.
Join FMI—The Food Industry Association Vice President of Fresh Food Rick Stein and Research Director Steve Markenson as they break down the findings of FMI’s newly released third annual Power of Seafood report, which explores shoppers’ attitudes and behaviors regarding the USD 16.6 billion seafood category. The free webinar impact of the pandemic on various market segments and an analysis on emerging trends in seafood consumption will be held on Wednesday, 31 March at 2 pm EST.
Export services to inform your trade and diversification strategy
Austrade has launched its Austrade export services to help you expand and diversify your agribusiness.
This service has been developed to provide exporters with Austrade insights and knowledge which can help you get started, find export markets and help you make faster decisions by understanding market opportunities. Insights on top-performing markets, laws and regulations specific to your product will help you identify and expand into new markets quicker.
Invitation to join Australia - EU Free Trade Agreement joint stakeholder briefing
The Chief Negotiators for the Australia –European Union Free Trade Agreement will be holding a stakeholder briefing at the conclusion of Round 10 of negotiations.
The briefing will commence at 6pm AEST on 31 March 2020 and will begin with an update from the Chief Negotiators, followed by a question and answer session.
Event number (access code): 184 313 6283 Link to webex event All are welcome.
STAG Notices are available at http://www.seafoodtradeadvisory.com
This Notice is a resource for Australian seafood exporters.The Seafood Trade Advisory Group receives funds from the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation. The Fisheries Research and Development Corporation plans, invests in and manages fisheries research and development throughout Australia. It is a statutory authority within the portfolio of the federal Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, jointly funded by the Australian Government and the fishing industry.
