gta stakeholder briefing 01 nov 2016 - grain trade · location differentials released 1 oct 2016...
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Stakeholder Briefing – 01 Nov 2016
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GTA Contact DetailsPat O’Shannassy – CEO Mary Raynes – Operations ManagerSheryl Brown – Office ManagerWendy Henry – Training Manager
Level 7, 12 O’Connell Street Sydney NSW 2000
PO Box R1829, Royal Exchange NSW 1225
Phone: 02 9235 ‐ 2155Fax: 02 9235 ‐ 0194Email: [email protected]: www.graintrade.org.au
Industry driven and managedto
facilitate & promote trade by
providing products, services and advocacy for the Australian grain
value chain.
Grain Trading Standards
Trade Rules & Contracts
Dispute Resolution Services
Trade & Market Access
Training & Development
ReflectRequirements & capabilities in:1. Regulation2. Production
Sector3. Supply Chain4. Consumptive
Sector
Ensure confidence in commercial dealings by
providing legal rigour
Underpins Contractual
Arrangements
Engaging with Policy makers to ensure fair & equitable trade and access to
domestic & global markets
Increase Industry capacity by providing vocational training and development programs
Industry driven and managed
Core TasksCore Tasks
Draw on industry knowledge & experienceDevelop policies & productsInvolve & engage membersAdvise Board on technical matters & industry perspectiveGovernance via a Technical Charter & guidelinesOversight by GTA Board
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Technical Committees ‐ key strength of GTATechnical Committees ‐ key strength of GTA
Commerce CommitteeContractsTrade RulesLocation Differentials
Activities:
No 3 Contract ‐ reviewedBroker / Agent Guidelines – completeLocation Differentials released 1 Oct 2016New “Unfair Contract Terms” lawsVendor Declarations – currently being reviewedASIC MIS Exemption for Pools
– Sunset Sep 2017• GTA submission lodge 9/9/2016
Trading StandardsVisual Recognition Standards Guide
• refer 2015/16 guide all cropsStandards Booklet
• Wheat, Barley, Sorghum, Maize, Triticale, Oats and Cereal Rye.
Weed Seeds Review • No Change
Industry Submissions • Important feedback loop
Review of the oat standards
CODEX & other submissions
Stakeholder engagement ongoing
Standards Committee
Provide industry feedback on:
Australian Grain Industry Code of Practice “The Code”
Technical Guideline Documents “TGD”
Storage and Handling Guidelines
Chain of Responsibility
Transport, Storage & Ports Committee
Formerly GM Grain & Seed Industry
Consultative Committee
Trade association across the supply chain
Industry Event Response Plan Strategy
Policy Development
Review Market Choices Process
Implement Market Choice Framework
Committee for Plant Breeding Innovation
Consult with and advise industry & Government on:
Proposed International Standard on Phytosanitary Measures (IPMS) on the International Movement of GrainGlobal Low Level Presence (LLP) Initiative Cartagena Protocol on BiosafetySubmissions to Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA):
Sulfuryl Fluoride, Glyphosate, SulfoxaflorGrain Industry Market Access Forum (GIMAF) Development sorghum, canola, barley & faba bean markets into China Food Standards Aust / NZ – low level MRL development
Trade & Market Access
MRL issues GTA have actioned:Work on International StandardsNational Residue Survey (NRS) supportOutturn Tolerance Doc on GTA websiteAustralian Grains Industry Post Harvest Chemical Usage Recommendation and Outturn Tolerance 2015/16National Working Party on Grain Protect (NWPGP) supportFood Safety Sub‐Committee (of Standards Committee)International Grain Trade Collation (IGTC) work
Trade & Market Access
Update…Dept. of Ag Water Resources (DAWR) &Grain and Plant Products Export Industry Consultative Committee (GPPEICC)
Bulk Vessel Anchorage InspectionCorrect Docs.Grain leaving without Doc/phytoAuthorised Officer’s (AO’s) are currentRemoval of commercial info. on phytosanitary certificate.Change of official stamps – Australian Government Ag.China Industry Management Plan ‐ snails
Grain & Plant Products Export Industry Consultative (GPPEICC)
Grain & Plant Products Export Industry Consultative (GPPEICC)
Active IGTC Teams Key objective
International Standard on Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) on the International Movement of Grain
Develop policy regarding the drafting process of the Grain Standard. Met in Melb – GTA host function
Global Low Level Presence (LLP) initiative Address all matters related to LLP, including Global Low‐Level Initiative (GLI), definitions
Cartagena Protocol on Biodiversity Policy development for upcoming COP/MOP meetings
E‐Documentation for grain trading Assess potential introduction of e‐Phytos on a global basis via a dedicated IT hub
New Plant Breeding Techniques (NPBTs) Prepare IGTC policy to enhance science based approach to regulation of NPBTs
Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) New working group.
Non‐IGTC International Issues:
APEC Standards Harmonisation Australia leading (GMc advisor)
WTO – US/China Domestic Ag Support Complaint Aust post‐farm gate perspective
International Grain Trade Coalition (IGTC) International Grain Trade Coalition (IGTC)
Workshops offered:
GTA Grain Standards
Understanding Grain Markets
Grain Merchandising
GTA Trade Rules and Contracts
Grain Accounting
GTA Dispute Resolution service
Professional Development Programs
Advisory and compliance workshop
Export Contracts, Documentation & Chartering
Plus:
GTA Diploma in Grain Management
Training & Development
GTA / Nuffield fellowship
2015 Lachie Allen, GrainCrop SA
2016 Jerome Critch, PlanFarm, WA
Professional Development
Australian Grain Industry Conference
Australia Grain Industry Code of Practice National Working Party on Grain Protection (NWPGP)
Packaging Assisting Small Exporters (PASE)Food safety & standards database
Container packing guide
Truck residue cleaning guideWheat Quality Australia (WQA)AGIC – Melbourne & AsiaAustralian Grains Industry Discussion GroupRepresent Industry on Gov’t Advisory CommitteesProfessional DevelopmentAdvocacy – Domestic & International
Industry Support FunctionsIndustry Support Functions
At the end of the day, GTA provide…At the end of the day, GTA provide…
Well informed IndustryBetter skilled IndustryAccess to more effective tools & processesMore harmonious & co‐operative environment Enhanced innovation & leadershipIndustry Stewardship, self reliance, appropriate Gov’t support as required.