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

Overview

The Sugar Research and Development Services Act 2013 was enacted to address the need for sustainable development and research within Australia's sugar industry. This Act was introduced by the Parliament of Australia with the policy objective of supporting the sugar industry's research and development efforts to ensure its long-term viability and competitiveness. The Act provides the framework for the financial and administrative mechanisms necessary for funding and coordinating research initiatives within the industry. Joanna Stanion, as a delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, has determined the Gross Value of Production for the sugar industry for the 2020-21 financial year under the authority conferred by this Act. The declared figure of $1,283,191,983 for sugar cane highlights the economic significance of the industry and underscores the importance of continued investment in research and development to support its growth and innovation.

Scope and Application

The Gross Value of Production for the Sugar Industry for 2020-21, as determined by Joanna Stanion, a delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, applies to all entities involved in the production of sugar cane within Australia. This determination, made under the authority of subsection 7(4) of the Sugar Research and Development Services Act 2013, specifically establishes the economic value of sugar cane production for the specified financial year. The determination encompasses all sugar cane producers, irrespective of their size or location within Australia, thereby affecting the entire sugar industry. The geographic reach of this Act is national, ensuring uniform standards and assessments across all states and territories. The Act does not specify any exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds, thus applying to all sugar cane producers without exception. The application and scope of the Act may be further extended or restricted through subordinate instruments, ensuring the continued relevance and adaptability of the legislation to changing industry conditions.

Key Provisions

The legislation C2022G00095, issued under the authority of the Sugar Research and Development Services Act 2013, provides a formal determination of the Gross Value of Production (GVP) for the sugar industry for the financial year 2020-21. Specifically, Section 7(4) of the Act allows a delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment to make such determinations. According to this determination, the Gross Value of Production for the sugar cane industry for 2020-21 is set at $1,283,191,983 (Section 7(4)). The Act imposes certain obligations and requirements on the parties and entities it governs. Firstly, it mandates the determination of the Gross Value of Production by a delegate, which in this instance is Joanna Stanion, the First Assistant Secretary of the Agricultural Policy Division. This determination is based on the industry's output for the specified financial year and is a critical component for the allocation of funds for sugar research and development services. The Act ensures that such determinations are made in a transparent and accountable manner, providing a clear and definitive figure that reflects the economic contribution of the sugar industry. Furthermore, the Act outlines the potential consequences for non-compliance or breach of its provisions. Although the specific legislative text does not detail offences or penalties, it is reasonable to infer that any breach of the requirements for determining the Gross Value of Production could lead to legal repercussions. These might include fines, legal action, or other administrative penalties as stipulated by the overarching legal framework within which the Sugar Research and Development Services Act operates. The exact penalties would depend on the specific nature of the breach and any related legislative provisions.