Federal government plans to phase out live sheep exports by sea within four years, drawing criticism from the livestock industry.

The federal government's decision to phase out live sheep exports by sea within four years has faced criticism from the livestock industry for the short notice, insufficient transition package, and political motivations. The industry argues that the decision overlooks science, performance, economics, international relationships, and impacts on regional communities. South Australian Primary Industry Minister Clare Scriven has neither supported nor opposed the federal government's decision.