LOOKING ABROAD: Key industry groups working in the wine, livestock and dairy sectors have received funding to support the exploration of new export opportunities, Member for Barker Tony Pasin has announced. KEY industry groups responsible for supporting several Limestone Coast ag-industries have received federal funding to explore new export market opportunities for the region’s producers. Meat and Livestock Australia ($1.52m), Australian Grape and Wine Incorporated ($1m) and Dairy Australia ($300,000) have received the funding to build on and diversify overseas markets and help promote the region’s top quality produce. Announcing the funding, Member for Barker Tony Pasin said Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) would explore market diversification opportunities within untapped segments of three export markets – Saudi Arabia, Thailand and Vietnam.