FUNDED through an Australian government program, Grain Trade Australia has completed training that enables small grain exporters to meet Australian and importing country quality standards necessary to retain and access new export markets.
Minister for agriculture David Littleproud said Grain Trade Australia’s PASE project will deliver dividends at a time when Australian grain production is forecast to hit new records in 2021-22.
“This $92,000 grant has delivered new education tools supporting the grain industry’s compliance with Australian and importing country quality standards,” Mr Littleproud said.
“Training on the correct preparation of representative grain samples to meet the Prescribed Goods Exporter Preparation Standards will help streamline the export certification process.
“This is about getting our record Australian grain crops to trading partners’ markets faster,” he said.
Taking a representative sample of grain in storage, during transfer between storage facilities or in a transport unit is key to meeting the standards that facilitate safe and efficient trade.
Grain Trade Australia chairman Andrew Goyder said the grant will also deliver industry engagement, a communication strategy, and an online learning tool suitable for small exporters.
“This funding is another example of the Australian Government’s commitment to support producers and exporters,” Mr Goyder said.
“Failure to comply with sampling procedures and to provide grain samples representative of each consignment as outlined in the PGEPS can delay the export certification process.
“Exporters require knowledge, education, and training to support them in compliance with the PGEPS and that is what this training package is delivering.”
Training modules are now live on the Grain Trade Australia website and is available free to GTA members and non-members.
