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Australia - AgriVision 2050 - Tasmania Government Policies

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Introduction: To meet the food demands of a projected 9 billion people by 2050, Tasmania must leverage its agricultural strengths—such as rich soil, a favorable climate, and a premium brand—to expand its agricultural and food manufacturing sectors. The White Paper aims to enhance Tasmania’s agricultural competitiveness, addressing production, investment, and profitability challenges.

Policy Context: Under the Sustainable Agri-Food Plan 2019-23, the government aims to increase Tasmania’s farm gate value to $10 billion annually by 2050. This White Paper complements existing research and development initiatives, focusing on cost and non-cost factors affecting competitiveness.

Key Policy Responses

  • Research and Innovation: Prioritize investment in RD&E to boost sustainable growth and productivity.
  • Smarter Regulation: Support a regulatory environment that is proportionate and transparent.
  • Investing in People: Enhance educational pathways and professional development for the agricultural workforce.
  • Managing Risk and Biosecurity: Aid industry in risk planning and biosecurity measures.
  • Harnessing Natural Capital: Promote sustainable use of soil, water, and natural resources.
  • Capitalizing on Our Brand: Use Brand Tasmania to enhance agricultural value.
  • Climate-Ready Agriculture: Support emissions reduction and climate adaptation strategies.

Emerging Priorities

  • Cicular Economy and Value-Adding: Increase value from agricultural produce and reduce waste.
  • Digital Transformation: Address digital skill gaps and implement efficient practices.
  • Responsive to Change: Facilitate innovation and cross-sectoral connections to address new opportunities and challenges.
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