Review of the $5 Cattle Levy
Cattle producers are facing significant decisions as the $5 per head transaction levy is set to be reviewed next year, the first rethink in 17 years.
The review will prioritize the annual funding of the $55 million national grass-fed levy, with Cattle Australia expressing concerns about the sector's capacity to maintain key services and skills.
- The levy review will consider various challenges, including the influence of overseas activists targeting Australian farms.
- The powerful funding resources of these activists pose a threat to the beef production and export markets.
No specific areas for funding attention have yet been prioritised.
Cattle producers must weigh up the big issues and make informed decisions to ensure the long-term sustainability of the industry.
Author's summary: Cattle levy review to tackle key challenges.