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The China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) implemented in 2015 reduced tariffs on an array of goods, including wine.

Post forecast Australian wheat production at 21.5 million metric tons (MMT) for 2017/18 reflecting the late and significant improvement in seasonal weather conditions....

All foods sold in Australia must comply with a range of laws designed to protect consumer, plant and animal health.

This report lists the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of Australia for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products.

Peru-Australia Free Trade Agreement (PAFTA) negotiations have now been concluded and the detailed text will be released once the agreement has been signed.

Australia is a major producer of raw materials and processed foods but imports a growing volume of food and beverages.

The outlook for winter grains production in Australia has deteriorated due to particularly adverse seasonal conditions, including lower than expected spring rainfall and record temperatures.

Australian milk production is expected to rise slightly in 2016 to 9.8 million metric tonnes, due to higher milk yields and improved seasonal conditions.

Australian sugar production is projected to reach five million tonnes in 2015/16 assuming that average seasonal conditions prevail.

Livestock and livestock products is a significant industry in Australia and accounts for one fifth of farm production while beef farms manage three quarters of all agricultural land.

The Australian federal government is very supportive of biotechnology and has committed considerable long-term funding to research and development.

The Australian Department of Agriculture has released the draft Biosecurity (Biosecurity Import Risk Analyses) Regulation 2015 (BIRA regulation) for public consideration.