Publications
Management of plant pathogen collections, 1st EditionShivas R and Beasley D, 2005This handbook summarises methods and techniques for collecting and handling plant disease specimens for all disciplines of plant pathology. A reference for countries in the South-East Asian region seeking to build…
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Asian honey bees (Apis cerana) were detected in 2007 in the Cairns area of Queensland. Eradication was attempted but the bees became established and have since been found in Cairns, at Mareeba and Lake Eacham, and as far south as Innisfail. Most Asian honey bee detections have been in the city…
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What is biosecurity? Biosecurity is protecting the economy, environment and people’s health from pests and disease. It includes trying to prevent new pests and diseases from…
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Report SummaryFoot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is one of the most contagious of animal diseases. Animals may be infected by inhalation or ingestion. Ruminants are especially sensitive to infection via the…
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The APLC uses aerial spraying of pesticides and bio-pesticides to control locust infestations deemed to be a significant threat to agricultural production. The APLC is aware of both its…
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[expand all]ForewordThe Australian plague locust has the potential to damage and severely impact a number of rural industries. The Australian Plague Locust Commission (APLC) is required to monitor and…
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February 2016
This factsheet outlines the risk based approach the department is taking to managing imported cargo and its associated biosecurity risks.
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Publication detailsDepartment of Agriculture and Water Resources, April 2019DownloadDocumentPagesFile sizeResponding to Antimicrobial Resistance: Australian Animal Sector National Antimicrobial Resistance…
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Dairy industry notices are released by the department to advise the dairy export industry of general issues or changes to operational requirements including:
billing arrangements
certification
legislation
importing country requirements
departmental systems updates (including NEXDOC).…
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Publication detailsDepartment of Agriculture and Water Resources, 2016 This disease strategy manual is an integral part of the Australian Aquatic Veterinary Emergency Plan (AQUAVETPLAN). The manual sets…
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