AMPC is a founder member of the National Primary Industries Animal Welfare Research, Development and Extension (RD&E) Strategy, is a component of the National Primary Industries RD&E Framework, an initiative of the Primary Industries Ministerial Council (PIMC). 

The purpose of the Strategy is to develop national arrangements to deliver strong collaboration amongst existing RD&E provider groups, and effective partnerships between investors and providers. The Strategy is directed by the Animal Welfare RD&E Committee, comprising livestock industry RDC’s, major RD&E providers and Government.