The proposed emissions trading scheme will have dramatic implications for agribusiness and the various primary production industries. This paper provides an insight into how the Rudd government's scheme is likely to work as well as an overview of recent developments. Topics covered include:
- overview of the proposed framework for the Australian Emissions Trading Scheme
- overview of the Garnaut Report and Green Paper response
- likely impact on agribusiness industries
- a brief update on the National Water Initiative.