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Page 2 %u2013 National Poultry Newspaper, February 2025 www.poultrynews.com.auNATIONAL %u00a9 Collins Media Pty Ltd %u2013 Contents may not be reproduced in whole or in part without written permission from the publisher. It is the responsibility of advertisers to ensure the correctness of their claims and statements. The views expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the publisher.07 3286 1833poultrynews.com.auPoultry IndustryCalendar of EventsHow to supply event details: Send all details to National Poultry Newspaper, PO Box 162, Wynnum Qld 4178, call 07 3286 1833 or email design@collins.media2025FEB 18-19 %u2013 Australasian Veterinary Poultry Association Scientific Meeting, Wagga Wagga, NSW. www.avpa.asn.au/eventsMAR 5 %u2013 2025 NSW Poultry Industry Golf Day, Lakeside Golf Club Camden, NSW. 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We have long emphasised the need to better capture our industry%u2019s workforce and composition to support our lobbying efforts, as persistent data gaps can impede effective workforce planning and datadriven policy proposals. We consider this to be a great step forward and we will continue to advocate for fit-forpurpose solutions to address underlying issues in workforce analysis and planning following the release of this report. Biosecurity workforce top of the agendaThe report also features comprehensive industry profiles on both the biosecurity and veterinary workforces, both of which are fundamentally crucial to matters such as animal welfare, sustainability, biosecurity and food security. This consideration has established a strong basis for JSA to advocate for a national biosecurity workforce strategy by the Federal Government %u2013 a significant achievement for our sector, as the demand for a skilled biosecurity workforce is expected to rise in response to increasing biosecurity risks. Addressing barriers to workforce participationThe report also provides a series of recommendations to enhance workforce participation rates, particularly by improving access to vocational training opportunities, affordable housing and reducing upfront costs for employers engaging with the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme. These are critical factors for attracting and retaining talent and we welcome such a strong focus on entry-level workforce opportunities through targeted skills development and vocational training initiatives.Moving in the right directionThese are only a few of JSA%u2019s well guided policy recommendations, set to provide the government with ample guidance in securing the needs of our industry and beyond to ensure a robust and resilient food supply chain. We are highly encouraged by the comprehensive scope of this report and its supporting recommendations, which align seamlessly with our internal efforts to bolster our workforce capacity through the Australian chicken meat industry workforce strategy.The Australian chicken meat workforce strategy outlines several strategic priorities to secure diverse and suitable talent, ensuring the ongoing capacity and prosperity of our sector to meet Australia%u2019s rising food needs. There is a particularly strong focus on workforce sourcing and building future skills, which aligns closely with the recommendations from the %u2018Food Supply Chain Capacity Study%u2019 report.As an industry that provides the most consumed meat protein in Australia, we are acutely aware of our critical role in national food security. Approximately 97 percent of our product is directed to domestic consumers, who on average consume over 50kg of chicken meat per year. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure that our industry%u2019s 53,000 full-time equivalents are well supported by strategic workforce planning and capacity-building investments.Overall, this report is only one part of a broader policy shift we are witnessing at both state and federal levels towards safeguarding animal health, maintaining biosecurity and building workforce capacity to support our vital food supply chain. This recognition of the pivotal role Australia%u2019s food industries play in upholding food security, public health and economic growth gives us great optimism that policymakers are committed to implementing meaningful actions to secure our sector%u2019s workforce capacity.You can read the report and its 41 recommendations by visiting the Jobs and Skills Australia website or by scanning the QR code below. ACMFACMF plays critical role in new Job and Skills Australia food supply chain workforce reportACMF provided extensive support to the development of the new JSA report.The 41 recommendations include delivery of vocational training and workforce planning to support the future capacity of Australia%u2019s food supply chain.* from P1Scan the QR code for the JSA report.expert, we can ensure that our research initiatives remain at the cutting edge, delivering solutions that directly benefit the industry and the broader community.This position represents a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in the poultry industry, contributing to meaningful advancements that will shape the future of the sector.PHA is also making strides in education with the launch of its poultry nutrition course on the open learning platform. This comprehensive online course has been designed to provide students, professionals and poultry enthusiasts with an in-depth understanding of poultry nutrition. Covering essential topics such as feed formulation, nutrient requirements and the impact of nutrition on bird health and productivity, the course is accessible to learners worldwide.We emphasise the transformative potential of this new educational offering. Education is key to driving progress in the poultry industry. By making this course available online, we are breaking down barriers and providing learners from all backgrounds with the tools they need to excel in poultry nutrition. This initiative is part of our broader mission to share knowledge and build capacity within the industry.With these initiatives, Poultry Hub Australia is poised to make a significant and lasting impact on the poultry industry. The mentoring session at APSS 2025 will inspire and support the next generation of leaders, the addition of a senior poultry researcher will strengthen PHA%u2019s research capabilities and the launch of the poultry nutrition course will enhance access to vital knowledge and expertise.For more information on these exciting developments, visit poultryhub.orgPoultry Hub Australia remains dedicated to driving innovation, supporting professional growth and fostering excellence in poultry science, ensuring a bright future for the industry. Exciting developments at Poultry Hub AustraliaAs part of APSS 2025, PHA will host an exclusive mentoring session in collaboration with the AgriFutures Chicken Meat Consortium and the Poultry Research Foundation.* from P1