The end of live sheep exports by sea will mean sheep producers and supply chain businesses will need to adapt.
The options available to businesses, and what they decide to do, depends on the individual circumstances and aspirations of each business.
Transition needs, and the type of government programs that could help meet those needs, will be identified and prioritised through a co-design process with industry.
From there, final programs will be agreed by government, with programs expected to open in the 2025–26 financial year.
What is co-design?
Co-design is a way to tackle complex challenges by involving a wide range of people in creating solutions - especially those most affected by the outcome.
The process brings together people with personal experience of (or connection to) the issue, along with others who can contribute valuable insights and relevant expertise.
By seeking this diversity of stories, views, ideas and advice, the end-result is more likely to be connected to the needs and priorities of businesses, communities and people.
$45.5m in transition funding
The government has provided $45.5m for programs to be co-designed with industry to help support sheep producers and the associated supply chain prepare for the phase out of live sheep exports by sea. The co-design process will commence early in 2025.
The design of the production and supply chain programs with industry will help to target programs that can support decision making for your business. This will give producers and supply chain businesses the tools and confidence needed to make the right decisions for each business.
Industry involvement in designing these programs will make sure they are suitable and available in the right locations.