Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) is a pivotal organisation in the Australian meat and livestock industry, headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Established in 1998, MLA plays a crucial role in supporting beef, lamb, and goat producers across the nation, focusing on research, marketing, and industry development.
With a commitment to enhancing the profitability and sustainability of the sector, MLA offers a range of services, including market insights, product development, and animal health initiatives. The organisation is renowned for its innovative approaches to improving supply chain efficiency and promoting Australian meat products both domestically and internationally.
As a leader in the industry, MLA has achieved significant milestones, including the establishment of robust export markets and initiatives aimed at animal welfare and environmental sustainability, solidifying its position as a trusted authority in the meat and livestock sector.
+6 vs industry average
Meat And Livestock Australia’s score of 11 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Production of Other Meats is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Production of Other Meats industry has increased its overall emissions by 290% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2021
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Meat And Livestock Australia's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 145 million kg CO2e. This figure encompasses all emissions across the organisation's operations, although specific breakdowns for Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed. MLA is committed to significant climate initiatives, including a long-term goal to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of the Zero Net Emissions from Agriculture Cooperative Research Centre (ZNE-Ag CRC). This initiative aims to facilitate the transition of Australian agriculture to below zero net emissions. Additionally, MLA has set a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 land management emissions intensity by 9% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This target reflects a focused effort to enhance sustainability within the beef sector. Overall, MLA's climate commitments demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing carbon emissions and contributing to a more sustainable agricultural industry in Australia.
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Meat And Livestock Australia’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
9% reduction in Scope 1
The bank also set a specific target for Australian beef, i.e. a 9% reduction in Scope 1 land management emissions intensity (tCO2-e/tonne of…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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