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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Make biosecurity a priority on your property now
Foot-and-mouth disease and lumpy skin disease are two of the world’s most serious animal diseases.
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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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News and Media
- Media release
- Plants
16 August 2022
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has provided funding for the upgrade of two key scientific identification tools for plant pests and diseases, strengthening Australia’s…
- Media release
- Biosecurity
15 August 2022
The Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer (OCVO) has seconded four staff to work overseas – one at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Samoa and three at the World Organisation for Animal…
- Media release
- Biosecurity
12 August 2022
Agricultural industry leaders have taken a tour behind the scenes at Sydney International Airport to scope out Australia's biosecurity measures.