ALEC members include Australian Government licensed livestock exporters by sea and air of feeder, slaughter and breeder sheep, cattle (beef and dairy), goats, buffalo and camels.
Our exporter members account for more than 96 per cent of Australia’s annual livestock export trade. ALEC’s associate members extend through the supply chain, including producers, registered premise operators, ship owners and other businesses involved in the live trade. Regional exporter associations from NT, WA, Queensland and southern Australia are also members of ALEC.
While membership of ALEC is not mandated, all relevant exporters and supply chain participants are encouraged to join.
ALEC works closely with LiveCorp, the service delivery body of the livestock export industry. Levies paid on the export of livestock are used to fund research and development and programs focused on animal welfare, supply chain improvements and market access.
ALEC is also a member of the National Farmers' Federation and has direct links with peak producer bodies like the Cattle Council of Australia and the Sheepmeat Council of Australia through our membership of the Red Meat Advisory Council.
Noted rural author Nigel Austin documented a detailed history of Australia’s livestock export trade in The Australian Livestock Export Trade: From the First Fleet to the World’s Greatest Livestock Breeding Country which can be purchased for $19.95 by emailing info@livexcouncil.com.au