Next step for independent NSW Agriculture Commissioner

Media Release from the NSW Minister for Agriculture, and the Minister for Regional NSW

MEDIA RELEASE | 14 December 2023

The NSW Government is one step closer to engaging an independent NSW Agriculture Commissioner with tenders now open for a skilled and experienced professional to provide expert advice on strategic agricultural land use that will create a more sustainable and productive agricultural industry in NSW.

The NSW Government has considered a report prepared by Agriculture Commissioner, Mr Daryl Quinlivan on the possible functions of an independent Agriculture Commissioner, based on his previous experience and consultation with stakeholders.

The Commissioner will chair a pilot Farm Practices Panel, testing an alternative approach to provide guidance on acceptable farm practices through review of an agricultural industry code of practice, to assist in providing clarity and consistency for planning decisions and mitigating land use conflict.

The Commissioner will also provide advice to NSW Primary Industries (DPI) concerning agricultural land use, and work across government on its strategic approach to balancing competing policy objectives for agricultural and rural land use planning.

The independent Agriculture Commissioner will be engaged for a term of 3 years. 

The NSW Government is committed to accommodating a range of land use priorities that support primary producers and regional communities while improving sustainability and economic growth in NSW. 

To submit a tender, visit the Independent Agriculture Commissioner details pagelaunch or visit the NSW Gov eTendering platformlaunch before 10.00am AEST on Monday 29 January 2024.

Get more information on contracting an Independent Agriculture Commissionerlaunch.