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Australian Apple and Pear Corporation

1974 – January 1988

Statutory marketing authority that controlled the export of apples and pears and promoted them in Australian and overseas markets, funded by industry levies.

How it came into existence

Established under the Australian Apple and Pear Corporation Act 1973 (No. 194 of 1973, assented to in December 1973) in place of the Australian Apple and Pear Board, whose Act ceased to be in force after 31 August 1974; it took over the board's export control and promotion functions.

Legislation: Australian Apple and Pear Corporation Act 1973

Changes during its life

  1. 22 December 1975Moved to the re-created Department of Primary Industry.
  2. 24 July 1987Moved to the new Department of Primary Industries and Energy.

How it ended

Abolished in early 1988 under Part VII of the Australian Horticultural Corporation Act 1987; its functions passed to the new Australian Horticultural Corporation.

Main functions

  • Export control and licensing for apples and pears
  • Promotion of apples and pears in Australia and overseas
  • Export market development
  • Administration of industry promotion levies

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