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New Export Legislation
On 28 March 2021 Australia’s new legal framework for agricultural exports commenced. The Australian Government introduced the new export legislation as part of a wider initiative to strengthen Australia’s agricultural exports and market access. This initiative will make the…
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The National Management Group (NMG) met on 18 June 2025 and confirmed that eradication of the Euwallacea fornicatus (Polyphagous shot-hole borer, PSHB)/Fusarium sp. AF-18 complex is no longer technically feasible. In recognition of the importance of preparing industry, local governments, and…
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31 March 2010
BIOSECURITY AUSTRALIA ADVICE 2010/09 COMMENCEMENT OF A PEST INITIATED PEST RISK ANALYSIS FOR DROSOPHILA SUZUKII (SPOTTED WING DROSOPHILA)
This Biosecurity Australia Advice announces…
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Australian grain growers are facing increasing risks from pests, weeds, and diseases due to trade, climate change, and the movement of pests. Managing these risks relies not only on science but also on strong communication, collaboration and coordination between government, industry, and other key…
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Livestock producers across Australia must be alert for signs of lumpy skin disease (LSD) in their animals. LSD is a nationally notifiable disease and you MUST report any suspected signs immediately to the Emergency Animal Disease hotline on 1800 675 888. Save this hotline number in…
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Weekly Australian Climate,Water and Agricultural UpdateKey issuesIn the week ending 17 December 2025, rainfall was recorded across northern, eastern, and western regions of Australia, while central and some southern areas remained comparably dry.Across cropping regions, rainfall was high in the…
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Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about the dairy export journey. You can submit your own question at the end of this page.A dairy exporters welcome pack to aid dairy manufacturers looking to become export registered is available. This welcome pack helps to improve industry’s…
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The department is responsible for activities which enhance the natural resource base on which our portfolio industries rely by:developing national initiatives to address issues of sustainable resources management and useconducting research to build an information base and encourage information-…
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Australia is free from many pests and diseases found around the world.
Our animal, plant and human health rely on stringent controls and measures to manage the risk of these pests and diseases entering and becoming established in Australia.
This is known as biosecurity.
Many…
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Forecast of low prices, more certainty for southern Basin irrigators - 7 April 2022
Biosecurity backs up market access - 1 April 2022
Finding the competitive edge for future ag exports - 16 March 2022
Fisheries and aquaculture rebounds as demand for seafood recovers - 10 March 2022
Can…
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