The Western Australian Government has welcomed China’s decision to terminate the 80.5% anti-dumping and countervailing duties placed on Australian barley in 2020.
The ruling allows Western Australian barley exporters to re-enter the Chinese market.
“This is great news and I look forward to the resumption of the barley trade with China and the reinvigoration of this important relationship,” Agriculture and Food Minister Jackie Jarvis said.
“WA malting barley has always had a strong reputation and is desired in China for its high-quality characteristics,” Minister Jarvis stated.
Prior to the suspension in 2019-20, China was the State’s main market for barley exports, acquiring 53% of the State’s supply, worth $409 million.
Since then, the State Government has continued to support economic engagement with China while simultaneously boosting market diversification initiatives for the economy’s long-term benefit.
China is Western Australia’s largest agrifood and beverage export market, accounting for about 17% of total exports in 2021-22.
Minister Jarvis congratulated the Australian Government on successfully working with Chinese authorities to secure the lifting of the barley tariff.
“Our Government continues to work closely with Australian Government trade delegates and in market activations to secure opportunities for WA agriculture exports,” the Minister added.
