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Our performance

Table 1 Summary of performance, 2018–19

Measure

Result

The value of food and fibre exports exceeds the average value of the previous 10 years

Achieved

Average annual productivity growth is equal to or exceeds average annual market sector productivity growth of the previous 10 years

Achieved

The status and productivity of agricultural land, water resources and Commonwealth fisheries is at least maintained in trend terms

On track

Rates of compliance with regulations administered by the department are maintained or improved

Achieved

Over time, the department achieves a substantial, cost-effective reduction in biosecurity risk, measured by avoided loss and return on investment

Achieved

Qualitative assessment of the development of new and amended regulations in line with whole-of-government practice

Achieved

Agreed service standards are met and stakeholders provide positive feedback

Partially achieved

Evaluations of programs have positive findings

Achieved

Positive ministerial feedback on the quality and timeliness of the department’s advice

Achieved

The number of export markets that are gained, maintained, improved or restored.

Achieved

New or improved markets show an overall increase in export values in trend terms

Achieved

Qualitative assessment using case studies of benefits from rural research and development

On track

Levy collection processes cost no more than 1.2% of levies disbursed

Achieved

Inspections of levy agent records cover at least 20% of levy revenue over a three-year rolling average

Achieved

The department’s employee engagement measures in the APS employee census are maintained or improved

Achieved

The notifiable workplace incident rate is maintained or reduced

Achieved

The end-of-year financial position is consistent with the budget at the start of the year

Achieved

The department’s satisfaction with the delivery of ICT services is improved

Achieved

Outcomes are consistent with forecasts and predictions, allowing for unforeseeable events

Achieved