Australian election could bring mandatory country-of-origin seafood labeling

A coalition Liberal-National government will introduce mandatory country- of-origin seafood labelling laws should it claim power in this month’s election in the Australian state of Victoria.

Bill Tilley, an elected member of Victoria’s Parliament and shadow minister for fishing and boating, said the changes will allow diners at pubs, cafés, restaurants, and other foodservice establishments to know the country of origin for fresh and cooked seafood. Tilley is a member of the Victoria’s Liberal Party and will be seeking reelection when voters in the state head to the polls on 26 November, 2022.

“This is a way for Victorians to know they’re supporting our Australian seafood industry,” Tilley said ... 

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