Know the signs of Foot-and-mouth disease
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious animal disease that affects cattle, sheep, goats and pigs.
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Foot-and-mouth disease and lumpy skin disease are two of the world’s most serious animal diseases.
National Biosecurity Strategy 2022-2032
The National Biosecurity Committee in consultation with key stakeholders developed a National Biosecurity Strategy to provide a strategic direction for Australia’s biosecurity system.
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- Media release
- Exports
29 September 2022
Online training program prepares seafood exporters for global markets thanks to Package Assisting Small Exporters (PASE) program grant of $316,100.
$60,000 PASE grant to
- Media release
- ABARES
28 September 2022
The Australian vegetable industry has grown significantly by taking advantage of changes in consumer incomes and tastes.
- Media release
- Biosecurity
28 September 2022
A new workshop on 7 October 2022 will present research findings and seek stakeholder feedback on how design of ports and selection of building materials can support marine pest management.