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Information for seasonal horticulture sector
The agriculture, forestry and fishing sector includes farm businesses and seasonal horticulture.
All Victorian farm businesses and labour hire providers need to have a COVIDSafe Plan. Employers, labour hire providers and seasonal horticulture workers should refer to the Workplace (Additional Industry Obligations) for further information on what this COVIDSafe Plan must include, and their additional industry obligations.
Other information about managing the risk of COVID‑19 exposure in the agriculture industry is available on the Worksafe .
Frequently asked questions
Updated: 25 June 2021
Read below for answers to frequently asked questions by businesses in the Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing sector.
Farming
What are the current face mask requirements?
You must always carry a face mask with you when you leave home unless you have a lawful reason not to.
Face masks continue to be mandatory in some locations, unless a lawful reason not to wear one applies.
For a full list of settings where masks continue to be mandatory, see: Face masks.
Reviewed 27 July 2021