PrimeSafe
We regulate meat, seafood, poultry and pet meat in Victoria so that it is safe for consumers.
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Starting or buying a new food business in Victoria?
To produce, sell, or transport meat, poultry or seafood you will need a licence from PrimeSafe.
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Food recalls can be due to allergens
Managing allergens in food products is important for food producers.
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Our news
Compliance
16 April 2026
PrimeSafe has laid five charges against a St Albans butcher shop for alleged breaches of the Food Standards Code, including inadequate temperature control and food safety practices.
Compliance
9 February 2026
A Queen Victoria Market butcher shop has been prosecuted for the alleged use of an illegal preservative in mince, with the matter resolved through a criminal justice diversion program.