Gross Value of Production for the Horticulture Industry for 2020-21

Overview

The Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services Act 2000 was enacted to address the need for a robust framework to support the horticulture industry in Australia. This Act was introduced by the Australian Parliament to provide a structured approach to marketing, research, and development services for the horticulture sector. The policy objective of this legislation is to ensure the sustainable growth and development of the horticulture industry, thereby enhancing its economic contribution to the nation. As a delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, Joanna Stanion determined the Gross Value of Production for the horticulture industry for the 2020-21 financial year to be $11,975,749,487, reflecting the industry's significant economic impact and supporting the ongoing development of this vital sector.

Scope and Application

The Gross Value of Production for the Horticulture Industry for the 2020-21 period, as determined by Joanna Stanion, a delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, applies specifically to the horticulture industry within Australia. This determination is made under the authority of subsection 32(2) of the Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services Act 2000, thereby encompassing all entities and individuals engaged in horticultural activities across the nation. This legislative act applies to the entire Commonwealth of Australia, influencing the financial assessments and marketing strategies pertinent to the horticulture sector. The determination itself does not outline specific exclusions or exemptions but operates within the framework of the overarching Act, which may include provisions for such exclusions in its subordinate instruments.

Key Provisions

The primary operative section of this legislation, subsection 32(2) of the Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services Act 2000, allows for the determination of the Gross Value of Production (GVP) for the horticulture industry. In this instance, the delegate, Joanna Stanion, has officially determined the GVP for the horticulture industry to be $11,975,749,487 for the financial year 2020-21. This determination is made in accordance with the legislative framework provided by the Act, ensuring that the GVP reflects the economic contribution of the horticulture industry for that specific period (subsection 16(7A)). The Act imposes certain obligations and requirements on the delegate responsible for determining the GVP. These include ensuring that the determination is made based on accurate and comprehensive data, and that the process is transparent and consistent with the legislative framework (subsection 32(2)). The delegate must also ensure that the determination is published in the Commonwealth Gazette, as seen in the formal notification dated 17 June 2021, providing official recognition and transparency to the process (subsection 16(7A)). The legislation does not explicitly outline specific offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for breaches in relation to the determination of the GVP. However, it is implied that any procedural irregularities or inaccuracies in the determination process could potentially lead to challenges or legal scrutiny, given the importance of the GVP figure for funding and policy decisions within the horticulture sector. The absence of specified penalties in the text suggests that the primary focus is on ensuring accuracy and compliance with the legislative requirements rather than punitive measures.