The Committee will inquire into the impact on the agricultural sector of vegetation and land management policies, regulations and restrictions.

The inquiry will have particular regard to:

• Past and current practices of land and vegetation management by the agricultural sector and regional industries;
• The science behind activities such as back burning, clearing and rehabilitation;
• The economic impact of vegetation and land management policies, regulations and restrictions;
• The impact of severe fires on the agricultural landscape, agricultural production and industry in regional, rural and remote areas;
• Factors that contribute to fire risk in regional, rural and remote areas; and
• The role the agricultural sector has in working with emergency services and forestry management officials in managing fire risk.