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2023-24 Budget

The 2023–24 Portfolio Budget Statements were released on 9 May 2023.

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The Future Drought Fund's Science to Practice Forum is on again 6 - 8 June

Meet the Aussie farmers and communities using innovative tools and practices to prepare for future drought.

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Proposed changes to fees and charges for biosecurity activities

We are seeking your views on proposed changes to regulatory fees and charges for the biosecurity cost recovery arrangement.

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Phase out of live sheep exports by sea

Consultation has now commenced on the Australian Government's commitment to phase out of live sheep exports from Australia by sea.

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Australia's latest biosecurity champions announced

The Australian Biosecurity Awards recognise those making vital contributions to strengthening our biosecurity system.

Meet the 2022 winners

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BICON is being upgraded!

A more modern look and feel to provide a better and more accessible user experience is coming.

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Agriculture and land

Building stronger and more sustainable agriculture, fisheries, forestry and land care.

Biosecurity and trade

Lowering biosecurity risks to Australia, and assisting industry to accelerate growth towards a $100 billion agricultural sector by 2030.

Science & research

Science and research

Understanding research and collecting data to support informed decisions and policies.

Fisheries

Fisheries

Working together to manage Australia's fisheries now and into the future.

Forestry

Forestry

Shaping a strong industry focused on sustainable use of our forests.

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We enhance our agricultural industries and trade, and manage the threat of biosecurity risks to Australia.

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News and Media

  • News
  • Trade
23 May 2023
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) food price index, the price of vegetable oils and cereals fell again in April.
  • Media release
  • Plants
22 May 2023
Australian biosecurity experts are helping to lift regional biosecurity capability through the delivery of a major workshop hosted by Indonesia for the Asia Pacific Plant Protection Commission (APPPC…
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  • Animals
22 May 2023
Senior Australian experts, led by Australia’s delegate to the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) and Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Mark Schipp are in Paris to attend the 90th General Session…