Correspondence With Sheep Producers Australia.

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Sheep Producers Australia wrote to Minister Julie Collins on 19 August 2024 opposing the government's decision to phase out live sheep exports by sea. The organisation argues the transition will damage farmgate competition and pricing for Western Australian sheep producers. Sheep Producers Australia contends the government's current transition funding package is inadequate, estimating more than $400 million is needed to support producers, farming communities, and the supply chain through the transition within four years. The letter indicates industry uncertainty about implementation details and calls for discussions regarding a transition advocate role and a revised funding package to ensure the commercial sheep industry remains viable post-phase-out and that producers maintain competitive farmgate pricing levels.