What has changed
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has registered an amendment to the Maximum Residue Limits (MRL) Standard for agricultural and veterinary chemical products. The instrument is listed as in force as of 20 August 2026, and carries the registration number F2026L01085.
The MRL Standard sets the maximum allowable levels of chemical residues permitted in food and agricultural produce.
What the source document says about this amendment
The source page for this instrument does not specify which chemicals or produce types are affected by this particular amendment, nor does it detail any new limits or removed substances. The full text of the amendment is available on the Federal Register of Legislation.
Key actions
- View the full amendment instrument on the Federal Register of Legislation at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01085 to see exactly which chemicals and residue limits have changed.
- If you grow, process, handle, or sell agricultural produce, check whether any chemicals you use or products you sell are covered by the updated MRL Standard.
- Contact the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry if you need clarification on how the updated limits affect your products or chemical use.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.