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11/04/2023Who does this notice affect?This notice is for all airlines, freight forwarders, pet transport companies, and exporters and importers of cats and dogs.Export informationThe department regulates the export of live animals, including cats, dogs and assistance dogs. There are specific…
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6 October 2021
Who does this notice affect?
All Customs Brokers, Importers, Biosecurity Industry Participants, and food importers who have premises that departmental officers may attend (for inspections, audits, surveillance or other purposes).
What has changed?
Due to the prevalence of COVID-…
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While carbon farming has many co-benefits, it's also essential to consider the trade-offs and risks. Here’s an overview of some potential trade-offs and risks, using examples of carbon farming activities.
Suitability of location: features of the location (such…
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Mice and diseaseMice can carry diseases such as leptospirosis. When handling baits, dead mice or items contaminated by mice, wear gloves and protective clothing. Always wash your hands with soap and water, especially before handling food or drinks, or smoking.Watch our video featuring Australia’s…
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The government has released the Net Zero Plan, guiding Australia’s transition to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The Net Zero Plan shows how Australia can achieve a fair and orderly transition that builds on our strengths, and ensures all Australians benefit.The Agriculture and…
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In September 2007, the Hon. Mr Ian Callinan AC was appointed Commissioner to conduct an independent inquiry into the outbreak of equine influenza in Australia.The Report of the Equine Influenza Inquiry was released by The Hon. Tony Burke MP, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, on 12…
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Enabling activities help farmers and regional communities build drought resilience through investment in collaboration and impact assessment.Science to Practice ForumThe Forum was delivered annually from 2021-2023 under the first investment phase of the FDF.Watch the Science to Practice Forums.…
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As we have seen, there are basic calculators and other calculators that meet a specific baselining or reporting requirement (such as for an ACCU Scheme method). The basic calculators are informative and widely used but only produce general results. Also, they lack quality control over data input…
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The Future Drought Fund is providing funds to build the capacity and resilience of soils and agricultural landscapes to underpin farm productivity through times of drought.The grants are for innovative NRM practices, systems and approaches. These will improve natural capital and contribute towards…
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During the 7 days to 24 March 2021, troughs and low-pressure systems generated thunderstorms and showers across eastern, central and northern Australia, with large areas recording weekly rainfall totals in…
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