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Abstract
On 1 August 2009, Australian kangaroo meat exports were suspended to the Russian
market. Product traceability was identified as one of the key areas requiring
investigation. Systems to ensure product traceability and integrity have emerged
globally as a key requirement in addressing consumer demand for a wholesome and
sustainably managed meat product.
In response to this emerging requirement for product traceability and verification of
kangaroo meat integrity, the Queensland Kangaroo Industry Development Committee
(KIDC) requested that an examination of options for traceability be undertaken.
The report explores a number of options that will guarantee product traceability and
verification, and looks at how the system is integrated along the supply chain and the
associated costs.
Six product traceability systems were proposed. In consultation with the industry and
technology providers these systems were assessed on their effective cost to industry.