A salmon industry that is economically successful, environmentally responsible, socially beneficial and well-managed is at the forefront of the Tasmanian Salmon Industry Plan 2023.
Released on May 1, the Plan outlines the Rockliff Liberal Government’s priority outcomes and long-term direction for the industry.
Primary Industries and Water Minister Jo Palmer said through hard work, innovation, dedication and investment, Tasmania’s salmon industry had become the single biggest primary industry sector in our state, contributing $650 million annually to the Tasmanian economy.
“This contributes greatly to our regional economies, employing about 2000 Tasmanians directly and makes broader contributions through supporting transport, feed and many other businesses in the supply chain,” Minister Palmer said.
“This success story is something we should all be proud of because it also supports the Rockliff Liberal Government’s investments in the issues that matter most to Tasmanians like health, housing and education.
“To continue to build on these achievements we must remain future-focussed.”
The Rockliff Liberal Government’s vision is for a sustainable industry into the future all Tasmanians can be proud of – one that is economically successful, environmentally responsible, socially beneficial and well-managed.
“This vision will be delivered through four priority outcomes which have a focus on sustainable industry, healthy ecosystems, prosperous communities, and contemporary governance,” Minister Palmer said.
“The Salmon Industry Plan also prioritises the protection of our waterways for future generations, as well as focusing on improved transparency and engagement.”
Priority actions implemented through the Plan will achieve full cost recovery to Government from industry participants, ensure improved environmental outcomes for our waterways and provide aquaculture businesses with investment certainty into the future, allowing them to build capacity and deliver more jobs for Tasmanian residents.
The new Plan was informed by multiple rounds of public engagement in 2022 and 2023, which included more than 1200 public submissions and 10 community briefing sessions across the state.
Implementation of the Plan will be delivered by the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania in collaboration with the independent Environment Protection Authority, associated state government departments and research organisations.
For more information and to view the new Plan, visit nre.tas.gov.au/salmonplan
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