Egg Industry Service Provision (Gross Value of Production for 2024-25) Determination 2025

Overview

The Egg Industry Service Provision (Gross Value of Production for 2024-25) Determination 2025 was enacted to address the need for an updated calculation of the gross value of egg production in Australia for the financial year beginning on 1 July 2024 and ending on 30 June 2025. This determination was made under subsection 8(3) of the Egg Industry Service Provision Act 2002, which continues to apply under subitem 4(2) of Schedule 4 to the Primary Industries (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provisions) Act 2024. The determination was issued by Joanna Stanion, a delegate of the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, and the policy objective is to ensure accurate financial metrics for the egg industry, facilitating appropriate service provision and industry support. This determination ensures that the industry has a reliable figure for the gross value of egg production, which is crucial for the allocation of resources and services within the sector.

Scope and Application

The Egg Industry Service Provision (Gross Value of Production for 2024-25) Determination 2025 applies to entities involved in the egg production industry across Australia. This Determination is made under the authority of the Egg Industry Service Provision Act 2002, as amended by the Primary Industries (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provisions) Act 2024. It specifically identifies the gross value of egg production in Australia for the financial year commencing 1 July 2024 and ending 30 June 2025, setting it at $1,278,351,333. This determination impacts all participants in the egg industry, including producers, processors, and service providers, ensuring that the financial metrics established are used for the allocation of service provision funds and related activities. The scope of the Determination is national, encompassing all states and territories within Australia, thereby ensuring uniform application and compliance across the entire industry. No exclusions, exemptions, or specific thresholds are detailed within this Determination, and it does not specify any subordinate instruments that may extend or restrict its application.

Key Provisions

The main operative sections of this Determination (C2025G00349) establish the gross value of egg production in Australia for the financial year starting on 1 July 2024 and ending on 30 June 2025. Under section 1, the delegate of the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Joanna Stanion, determines this value to be $1,278,351,333. This value is crucial as it forms the basis for various regulatory and service provisions within the egg industry as outlined in the Egg Industry Service Provision Act 2002 (Egg Industry Act). The determination is made under the authority provided by subsection 8(3) of the Egg Industry Act, which allows for such determinations to be made for specific financial years. The obligations and requirements imposed by this Determination are primarily related to compliance and reporting within the egg industry. For instance, industry participants must ensure that their financial and operational reporting aligns with the determined gross value of production. This figure may also impact the allocation of service provision funding and resources within the sector. The determination ensures that the financial framework and service provisions are accurately aligned with the actual economic output of the egg industry, thereby facilitating effective governance and service delivery. In terms of consequences for non-compliance or breaches, the Determination itself does not explicitly outline offences or penalties. However, failure to comply with the requirements and obligations established under the Egg Industry Act could result in legal action being taken by relevant authorities. Penalties for non-compliance with provisions of the Egg Industry Act can include fines and other sanctions, as stipulated in the relevant sections of the Act. The specific penalties would be determined based on the nature and severity of the breach, but they could potentially include significant fines and other administrative actions as prescribed by the Act. It is important for industry participants to adhere to the requirements set forth by this Determination to avoid any legal repercussions.