The Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) works to enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of Australia’s agriculture, fisheries and forestry industries. It supports the whole supply chain by helping Australian producers and exporters to move products from the farm gate to international markets. This includes working with industry, other government agencies and trading partners to open and improve market access, manage trade risks and navigate international trade requirements.
DAFF actively supports Australian exports. It promotes Australia’s reputation as a trusted supplier of safe, high-quality food and fibre, and provide assurances that Australian exports meet importing-country requirements. It supports innovation, strong food safety systems and digital services that strengthen Australia’s agricultural sector and help it remain competitive throughout change.
DAFF also strengthens its world-leading biosecurity system to safeguard Australia’s people, environment, and economy from the biosecurity threats of today and tomorrow.
To find out more, visit www.agriculture.gov.au
Overseas Agricultural Counsellor Network
The Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) plays an essential role in advancing Australia’s agriculture, fisheries and forestry trade interests. It works across government and with industry to strengthen international relationships, lead technical market access negotiations with trading partners, and respond to emerging trade issues.
A key part of this work is the department’s Overseas Agricultural Counsellor Network. The network has counsellors posted across 14 locations covering North Asia and Southeast Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas.
Each counsellor advocates for Australia’s agricultural interests in their markets and builds trusted relationships with governments, industry and other stakeholders. They work with DAFF’s biosecurity, export and trade teams, and other Australian Government agencies to pursue Australia’s trade and market access priorities. They also help create the conditions to maintain, improve and expand opportunities for Australian products in global markets.
The counsellors’ in-country presence provides timely information on market, policy and regulatory developments, helping government and industry identify emerging risks and opportunities.
At a time of increasing disruption to global trade and supply chains, counsellors’ relationships with overseas trading partners help Australia address trade impediments, maintain existing trade and pursue opportunities in new and diversified markets.
Counsellors also support Australia’s engagement in international and regional forums. They advocate for Australia’s agricultural interests in multilateral bodies, including the World Trade Organization and the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. This work supports open, transparent and rules-based trade.
More information on the network is available at www.agriculture.gov.au/biosecurity-trade/market-access-trade/overseas-network
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