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Postcode delivery classifications

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (the department) uses postcode classifications to manage the risks associated with imported sea containers. Sea containers can inadvertently carry a range of contaminants which could introduce exotic pests and diseases into our environment.…
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Fisheries and COVID-19

Australian, state and territory governments are supporting the commercial fishery industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. Industry contact We are working closely with industry to ensure we understand the issues facing fishers and seafood businesses. The Senior Industry Engagement Officer is your…
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Outcomes of animal health-related projects funded under the Australian Government’s Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper

The Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper, released in 2015, included a large number of initiatives and commitments by the Australian Government to strengthen Australia’s agriculture sector that were delivered over 4 years. The White Paper was a $4 billion investment in Australian farmers and…
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Office locations

National office Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Postal Address: GPO Box 858, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia Street address: Agriculture House 70 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra 2601, Australia Telephone: +61 2 6272 3933 Office contacts [expand all] Adelaide Street address:…
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Traceability and Australia’s agricultural exports: Economic principles underpinning policy framework

Author: Lindsay HoganTraceability and Australia’s agricultural exports: Economic principles underpinning policy frameworkThis report uses an economic framework to examine the role of government in tracking Australia’s agricultural exports from ‘paddock-to-plate’.Download PDF 1.28 MBDownload Word 3.…
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Roadmap toward renewal

The roadmap describes how we plan to develop the Australian Animal Welfare Strategy (AAWS), informed by broad consultation. Keep checking this page for updates as the AAWS is developed. Pathway to AAWS development Time points…
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February 2023 Budget Supplementary Estimates – Opening Statement, Secretary Metcalfe Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport Legislation Committee

Chair and Senators, thank you for the opportunity to make a short opening statement this morning. I would like to start by acknowledging the many challenges faced by people affected by severe flooding in various parts of Australia. Our thoughts are with the many farming families and regional…
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Failing Food Report – June 2018

​Publication details Department of Agriculture and Water Resources, June 2018 This report details food that was found to fail under the Imported Food Inspection Scheme during the month. For full data on activity and compliance under the Scheme refer to the six monthly Imported Food Inspection…
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National Residue Survey 2023–24 Seafood

DownloadNRS 2023-24 Industry brochure: Seafood - English (PDF 800 KB) If you have difficulty accessing these files, visit web accessibility for assistance.Online versionKey pointsIn 2023–24, the overall compliance with Australian standards was 99.47% for aquaculture samples and 100%…
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National Standard Advisory Committee

 National Standard Advisory CommitteeThe National Standard Advisory Committee (NSAC) is the principal technical committee for the department's National Standard for Organic and Bio-dynamic Produce (the National Standard). The NSAC is a technical committee of individuals, acting independently…
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