On 4 March 2011, the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry announced the release of the Council of Australian Governments’ (COAG) Consultation Regulation Impact Statement (RIS) on a national scheme for assessment, registration and control of use of agricultural and veterinary chemicals. The consultation RIS considers broad options for the single national framework, consistent with the policy principles that COAG approved in August 2010. Feedback from stakeholders is sought on options for reform in the areas of governance, assessment and registration, control of use and training and licensing. The Consultation RIS was prepared for the Primary Industries Ministerial Council and has been approved by the OBPR. The consultation period closes on 11 April 2011.
- RIS for consultation for A National Scheme for Assessment, Registration and Control of Use of Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals – RTF version [
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