The candidate appears to protect against the current Asian strain of the virus.

The meat company announced the acquisition in May.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission expects to issue a final decision on the merger by December.

The interstate movement of a variety of products from both territories was suspended.

The bill allows for a 12-month ‘development and implementation’ period.

Pork also showed signs of growing demand.

The upgraded project is expected to cost $15.4 million.