ALEC welcomes Minister Collins' visit to Indonesian feedlot

The Australian Livestock Exporters Council (ALEC) has today welcomed Hon Julie Collins MP, Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry visiting live cattle supply chains in Indonesia and engaging with the Indonesian cattle industry.

ALEC Chair David Galvin and CEO Mark Harvey-Sutton accompanied Minister Collins to the PT Lembu Jentan Perkasa feedlot in West Java.

CEO Mark Harvey-Sutton said the Minister’s visit was important to see the impact that the Indonesian market has on local people and its importance in Australia.

“Indonesia is our most important market, and it is tremendous that Minister Collins has prioritised visiting Indonesia so soon after the election to visit live cattle supply chains. There is no substitute for seeing supply chains firsthand to understand the positive impact the Australian industry has here.”

“The live cattle industry underpins cattle production across northern Australia and also contributes tens of thousands of jobs in Indonesia while supporting its food security.”

“The visit is also particularly important to indicate Australia’s support for President Prabowo’s Nutritious Meals Program. This program is ambitious and aims to provide nutrition to millions of schoolchildren across Indonesia. Our industry is proud to play an integral role in this program, and we value Minister Collins’ support.”

Last year Australia exported nearly 500,000 cattle to Indonesia and so far in 2025 increased volumes demonstrates that demand continues to grow.

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