Storage and Handling

The Storage and Handling page offers information on best practices, guidelines, and standards for grain storage and handling in Australia. It includes resources on facility management, safety protocols, and industry requirements to ensure grain quality and safety.

Grain Trade Rules & Contracts Agreement

GTA Storage and Handling Agreement

The GTA Storage and Handling Agreement is for the storage and/or warehousing and/or on-farm storage of commodities.

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Location Differentials

The Location Differentials enable members to price the Track Contract at any of the gazetted upcountry receival sites. Care needs to be exercised with these tables. They are not designed to enable the pricing of any other contracting alternative.

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Chemical Usage and Outturn Tolerances Document 2024/25

The document outlines permitted chemicals for use post-harvest and applicable Maximum Residue Limits (MRL) for grain outturned to the Australian domestic or export markets. The MRLs apply for grain outturned during the 2024/25 season. Industry is encouraged to familiarise themselves with this document to ensure Australian grain continues to comply with market requirements for chemical residues.

For any enquiries relating to this document, please email the Chair NWPGP at gerard@mcmullengrainagricultural.com

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Regions Defined

The Regions Defined provides clarity around regions commonly referred to in contracts.

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Industry Reference Data

This reference data has been compiled by GTA in conjuction with the Industry Working Group formed to review and assess the varietal codes to be used. Submissions are now being accepted on the applicablity of the database developed.