Virtual Fencing Investigation

144 The Hon. N.J. CENTOFANTI (Leader of the Opposition) ().28 September 2022). Can the minister advise—what is the total budget allocation for 2022-23 and over the forward estimates for the investigation in the South-east into animal welfare, productivity, and profitability outcomes from virtual fencing in cattle?

The Hon. C.M. SCRIVEN (Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, Minister for Forest Industries): I am advised:

That the total budget allocation for the 2022-23 financial year is $1.2 million.