There are a number of practical factors that need to be considered before grape marc could
be applied on a large scale as a feed supplement in the livestock industry. Some of these, in
particular the storage and transport of grape marc, are being investigated in a related AWRI
project. Others include the possibility of agrochemical residues being present in grape marc
and the importance of complying with phylloxera regulations when transporting marc in
affected regions. In addition, on 31 October 2014, the Carbon Farming Initiative Amendment
Bill 2014 was passed by the Senate and will take effect once passed by the House as amended.
This will establish the Emissions Reduction Fund, which will provide incentives for emissions
reduction activities across the Australian economy. The final stages of this project will involve
additional animal studies and a more detailed assessment of economic impacts.