Australia will ban the live export of sheep by sea from May 2028, and help those impacted by the decision to adjust, Agriculture Minister Murray Watt said.
“The timeframe balances the transition steps required with our commitment to uphold improved sheep welfare outcomes,” Watt said.
The government said it will provide a A$107 million ($70.7 million) transition package to help impacted business. Trade can continue until the end date without any additional restrictions such as caps or quotas.
The prohibition will not apply to other livestock export industries or live sheep exports by air, the government said.
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