Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services (Gross Value of Production of the Horticultural Industry for
2023-24) Determination 2024
I, Joanna Stanion, delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, make this Determination under subsection 16(7A) of the Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services Act 2000.
For the purposes of subsection 16(7A) of that Act, the amount of the gross value of production of the horticultural industry for the financial year starting on 1 July 2023 and ending on 30 June 2024 is determined to be $16,529,990,341.
Note: The amount determined comprises of the following amounts for the sectors specified:
(a) table grapes and dried grapes –$895,373,000
(b) fruit and nuts (excluding grapes) –$6,295,500,667
(c) vegetables (excluding ginger) – $5,637,810,341
(d) cut flowers, turf and nursery – $3,425,088,000
(e) other horticulture sectors not otherwise specified – $276,218,333.
Dated 2 August 2024
Joanna Stanion
Joanna Stanion
First Assistant Secretary, Agricultural Policy Division
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Overview
The Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services (Gross Value of Production of the Horticultural Industry for 2023-24) Determination 2024 was made by Joanna Stanion, acting as a delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, under subsection 16(7A) of the Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services Act 2000. The primary objective of this determination is to establish the gross value of production for the horticultural industry for the financial year beginning on 1 July 2023 and ending on 30 June 2024. This determination is critical for the allocation of funds and resources within the sector, ensuring that the horticultural industry can continue to thrive and meet the growing demands of both domestic and international markets. The total gross value of production for this period is set at $16,529,990,341, broken down into various sectors including table grapes and dried grapes, fruit and nuts (excluding grapes), vegetables (excluding ginger), cut flowers, turf and nursery, as well as other horticulture sectors not otherwise specified.
Scope and Application
The Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services (Gross Value of Production of the Horticultural Industry for 2023-24) Determination 2024 is a legislative instrument that specifies the gross value of production for the horticultural industry across various sectors for the financial year starting 1 July 2023 and ending 30 June 2024. This determination is made under the authority of the Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services Act 2000 by Joanna Stanion, as a delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. The gross value of production determined for the horticulture industry for this financial year totals $16,529,990,341, broken down into several sectors including table grapes and dried grapes, fruit and nuts (excluding grapes), vegetables (excluding ginger), cut flowers, turf, and nursery, as well as other horticulture sectors not otherwise specified. This Determination serves to provide a financial benchmark for the sector, influencing funding and resource allocation for marketing and research and development services within the industry.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of the Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services (Gross Value of Production of the Horticultural Industry for 2023-24) Determination 2024, as issued by Joanna Stanion, delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, determine the gross value of production of the horticultural industry for the financial year 2023-24. According to subsection 16(7A) of the Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services Act 2000, the determination specifies the total amount as $16,529,990,341. This determination is broken down into various sectors of the horticultural industry, including table grapes and dried grapes, fruit and nuts (excluding grapes), vegetables (excluding ginger), cut flowers, turf and nursery, and other horticulture sectors not otherwise specified. Each sector's contribution to the total gross value is meticulously itemised.
The obligations and requirements imposed by this Act on the parties and entities it governs primarily revolve around the accurate reporting and compliance with the determined gross value of production. The Act mandates that stakeholders within the horticultural industry, such as growers, producers, and marketing bodies, accurately report their production values in line with the specified categories. This requirement ensures that the data used for policy formulation, funding allocation, and market analysis is precise and reflective of the current market conditions. Furthermore, compliance with these provisions is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the industry's statistical records, which are used to support various government and industry initiatives.
Breach of the obligations and requirements set out in the Horticulture Marketing and Research and Development Services Act 2000 may lead to various civil and criminal consequences. Although specific offences and penalties are not detailed in the Determination, general provisions within the Act suggest that non-compliance could result in fines, legal action, or other penalties as prescribed by the relevant authorities. The severity of these penalties may depend on the nature and extent of the breach, with potential maximum penalties available under the Act. It is essential for all parties involved to adhere to the requirements to avoid any legal repercussions.