As part of Dr Craig Emerson’s independent review examining potential market failure in the grape and wine sector, a consultation paper has been released calling for industry feedback. This feedback period has been extended until Sunday 20 October, although it was initially scheduled to close on 10 October.
Feedback collected from the consultation will inform advice about whether existing regulation could be made more effective, or if additional regulatory or other interventions are warranted to improve the grape and wine market.
The independent analysis will then provide recommendations to Government to support the industry’s long-term sustainability.
Scheduled for release early next year, Dr Emerson’s report will provide an independent impact analysis of the wine and grape sector’s regulatory options concerning fair trading, competitive relationships, contracting practices and risk allocation.
To share your thoughts and read the consultation paper released as part of Dr Emerson’s process, visit Grape and Wine Sector Regulatory Impact Analysis.
“We see this as a valuable opportunity for the entire sector to engage in constructive dialogue that will help shape a strong, sustainable future for our industry,” said Australian Grape & Wine CEO Lee McLean.
Dr Liz Waters, chief operating officer, Wine Australia echoed this encouragement, urging Wine Australia levy payers to review the consultation paper and contribute their feedback.
Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Julie Collins, encouraged those in the industry to have their say on the grape and wine sector’s current rules concerning fair trading, competitive relationships, contracting practices and risk allocation.
“If you are in the grape and wine industry, I strongly urge you to take part in this consultation process, to help us as a government understand the trading environment from the vineyard to the retail shelf,” said Minister Collins.
“It’s important that a broad cross section of stakeholders helps Dr Emerson identify the key areas where we should be focusing to ensure a fair and functioning grape, wine and retail market.”
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