The Facts About Australia's Livestock Export Industry

Posted by livestockexportersmy on March 19th, 2020

Australia's livestock exports include cattle, sheep and many more that are exported overseas for breeding purposes. Many countries prefer to purchase livestock for cultural and religious reasons. In addition, many people have a preference for fresh products rather than others and in some cases, a lack of infrastructure means people need to buy fresh dairy products every day.

Australian dairy cattle exporters are the world's largest exporter of livestock, and the most successful country engaged in international livestock exports. Australia is an important source of dairy products for many countries around the world that cannot produce enough livestock to feed their population, and we are able to meet overseas demand for livestock exports.

The live export industry is focused on ensuring Australia's animals are well cared for and that the industry meets the standards that Australian farmers, livestock exporters and communities expect.

The Australian live export industry is recognized as having the world's highest animal welfare standards for the export of livestock and is subject to strict regulatory requirements to ensure the well-being of Australian animals exported to overseas markets.

In addition to that, they cover all aspects of the live export process from a property of origin, road transport, pre-export assembly, loading, and shipment and were developed in consultation with the livestock export industry, governments, and animal welfare groups. Australian livestock exporters must hold a valid Livestock Export Licence.
All consignments of livestock exports are assessed prior to departure to determine how many animals can be exported on the ship so that they have sufficient space to move around, access the constantly available feed and water and lay down.

Highly-trained, accredited Australian Goat Exports accompany all international livestock export voyages and work with a trained onboard crew to provide care for animals and report regularly on the progress of the voyage. AQIS accredited vets accompany livestock on all Middle East consignments to provide an extra level of care, also reporting daily to AQIS.

The Australian livestock export industry is a vital Australian industry. Each year it makes a significant contribution to the Australian economy, contributing billions to Australia's Gross Domestic Product employing many Australians. The industry also provides a vital source of income for thousands of farming families and is the bloodline of many communities across regional and remote Australia.