Sheep producers are demanding answers from the federal government about their plans for the industry after a ban on the live sheep trade comes into effect. 

Farms across Western Australia are undertaking significant de-stocking, after legislation banning exports passed parliament earlier this year. 

An independent report into the impacts of the ban recommended the government roll out a support package to make the transition seamless. 

Rural Editor Emily Minney caught up with Sheep Producers Australia Director Bindi Murray, who says the industry is yet to see that support

Sheep producers are demanding answers from the federal government about their plans for the industry after a ban on the live sheep trade comes into effect. 
Farms across Western Australia are undertaking significant de-stocking, after legislation banning exports passed parliament earlier this year. 
An independent report into the impacts of the ban recommended the government roll out a support package to make the transition seamless. 
Rural Editor Emily Minney caught up with Sheep Producers Australia Director Bindi Murray, who says the industry is yet to see that support

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