Public consultation on this topic has now closed.

Thank you for sharing your experiences and valued input to help inform the National Statement on First Nations in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.

How you had your say

We sought feedback from those involved in the agriculture, fisheries and forestry sectors on how best to shape the National Statement on First Nations in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.

What happens next

We are committed to working in partnership with First Nations peoples. Respecting Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) is important to us. This includes following the principles of Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC).

We are reviewing and considering your feedback to inform the National Statement on First Nations in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. We look forward to sharing how your feedback has shaped the National Statement in early 2025.

Timeline

  • Consultation on approach to the National Statement opens
    closed

    23 September 2024

  • Consultation on approach to the National Statement closes
    current

    18 October 2024

  • Consultation on draft National Statement
    pending

    TBC

  • National Statement endorsed and released
    pending

    2025

Important links

Development of a National Statement on First Nations in Agriculture

23 October 2023 Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting (see heading ‘First Nations Agriculture’)

8 March 2024 Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting (see heading ‘First Nations Agriculture’)

18 July 2024 Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting (see heading ‘First Nations Agriculture’)