Economy of Tasmania

The major industries of Tasmania, have been: mining, agriculture, aquaculture, fishing, forestry; and tourism. Mining has including copper, zinc, tin, iron and gold. Food production has included salmon, beef, chicken, pork, dairy and lamb farming, as well as a variety of fruits and vegetables. Apples, pears, strawberries, raspberries, carrots and many varieties of potatoes are produced. Tasmania is known for its wild abalone and crayfish. The crayfish in the local waters, are one of the largest species of rock lobsters in the world, and fetches top prices in northern Pacific market.[1]

Western Tasmania and South West Tasmania with natural resources on an 1865 map
Smoked Tasmanian salmon. Tasmania is a large producer of seafood, particularly salmon.

In the past, there has been a strong local news commentary on mining and logging in Tasmania. While these industries still play a major role in the states economy, tourism has increasingly become a backbone to Tasmania's economy. Tourists, from overseas and interstate, come to Tasmania each year for the island's natural environment, clean air, and food and drink products.[2]

Major employers include the Tasmanian State Government, Federal Group, Incat, MyState Limited and Tassal.

  1. ^ "Tasmanian families fishing for rock lobster avoid pricey Christmas dinner - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 23 December 2017. Archived from the original on 2018-09-25. Retrieved 2019-12-30.
  2. ^ "Tasmania's economy flying high, reveals latest MyState update". Themercury.com.au. Archived from the original on 2017-03-13. Retrieved 2017-03-03.