asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, upon notice, on 14 January 2013:

With reference to funding for Animal Health Australia and Plant Health Australia:

(1) In each of the past 5 years, how much funding has the Federal Government contributed to Animal Health Australia in the form of: (a) membership subscription; and (b) funding for particular projects.

(2) In each of the past 5 years, how much funding has the Federal Government contributed to Plant Health Australia in the form of: (a) membership subscription; and (b) funding for particular projects.

(3) What is the total amount paid collectively by the states and territories for membership subscriptions for: (a) Animal Health Australia; and (b) Plant Health Australia.