Zoetis’ proposed acquisition of Jurox raises preliminary competition concerns
The ACCC has outlined preliminary competition concerns with Zoetis’ proposed acquisition of Jurox. Zoetis and Jurox develop, manufacture, and sell animal health products that detect, prevent, or treat health issues in companion and production animals. “We have concerns that the acquisition will remove one of Zoetis’ closest competitors in the supply of three types of […]
Australia leads global efforts to prevent future pandemics with a $8.4 million program
A significant new initiative aimed at bolstering Australia’s wildlife health and early warning capabilities has been outlined today. The Federal Government has advised it will spend $8.4 million over the next four years towards preventing, detecting, and mitigating the impacts of emerging animal diseases, including those with pandemic potential. COVID-19 has brought into sharp focus […]
Response to the National Agricultural Workforce Strategy: Learning to excel report
The Federal Government has released its response to the independent National Agricultural Labour Advisory Committee’s report – National Agricultural Workforce Strategy: Learning to excel. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia, David Littleproud said the response addresses all 37 recommendations and reinforces the government’s commitment to the agricultural workforce. “The Australian Government is committed to building a […]
Making trade easier for agricultural producers and exporters cost $137.7 million
The Federal government has committed an additional $137.7 million over four years, making it easier and cheaper for local businesses to import and export goods. The announcement came today in the Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook. The aim is to revamp Australia’s trade systems by simplifying regulation, reducing duplication, and creating a one-stop digital shop […]
Horse racing becomes an election issue between coalition and Greens
The Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia has thrown his support behind Australia’s horseracing industry. It comes after reports that the Greens will take a policy platform, to the next election that will implement a national ban on horse racing. Minister Littleproud said the horseracing industry in Australia deserves our support not to be torn […]
Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement signed and sealed but yet to be delivered
With the final deal signed off today, when it comes into force during the course of 2022 the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) holds out great hope that it will provide farmers and agricultural exporters with new and diversified trade opportunities. It is expected the agreement will open up new and enhanced market access for […]
Psychology scholarship addresses short supply in regional communities
Psychologists and psychological services are in short supply in rural, remote and regional areas of Australia. As a regional university with strong community ties, Southern Cross is offering a new scholarship to address this problem. The Psychologists for Community Scholarship aims to support budding psychologists in the University’s new Master of Professional Psychology program by […]
Federal government backs stronger foundations for agriculture with grants
With over $300 million stumped up in a Mid-Year Economic Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO)investment, it confirms the Federal government’s ongoing commitment to support the agriculture industry. This year’s MYEFO builds on actions taken by the Federal Government to drive agriculture’s resilience, competitiveness, and growth in support of industry’s target of $100 billion in farmgate value by […]
International border reopening expected to ease labour shortage on farms
The reopening of the international border is expected to boost the agricultural workforce and rural and regional businesses as eligible visa holders no longer require a travel exemption to visit Australia From today eligible visa holders who are fully vaccinated will no longer require a travel exemption from the Commissioner of the Australian Border Force […]
Federal Government adds $5 billion to Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility
Infrastructure projects in the Christmas Island and Cocos (Keeling) Islands, collectively known as the Indian Ocean Territories (IOTs), will soon be eligible to apply for concessional loans and other financing support from the Federal Government’s $5 billion Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF). It is expected the IOTs being eligible for NAIF funding will open up exciting […]