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We understand the transition away from live sheep export trade may be distressing for some people. There are many existing online, phone and face-to-face resources available.Key support numbers:Rural West - 1800 612 004Farmer Assistance Hotline - 13 23 16Lifeline - 13 11 14Current options for more…
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27 June 2025Who does this notice affect?All vessel owners, operators, masters and shipping agents who represent international commercial vessels, including cruise vessels preparing for arrival into Australian territory.What has changed?In December 2023, an Import Industry Advice Notice was…
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02 September 2022
Purpose
This Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise the kiwifruit industry that applications for the export of kiwifruit to Thailand are now open for the 2023 season.
Summary of changes and key points
Farms located in Victoria and Queensland are eligible to apply for…
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Partners to develop a holistic policy and strategy approach where soil function is recognised, valued and protected for the environment, economy, food, infrastructure, health, biodiversity and communitiesPriority 2 links to goals 1 (Prioritise soil health) and 2 (Empower soil innovation and…
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We undertake a risk analysis to assess the biosecurity risk associated with importing plants and plant products. We also identify ways to manage risks to an acceptable level.
The standards we use are set by the International Plant Protection Convention.
Step 1 Identify and categorise potential…
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28 May 2021
Purpose
This Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise industry that applications are now open for the accreditation of farms and packhouses to export Hass avocados to Japan for the 2021 season.
Summary of changes and key points
Applications are now open for farms and packhouses…
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Imported animal feed poses a high biosecurity risk. It can provide a direct pathway for exotic pests and diseases that can harm humans, animals, crops and the environment.The major types of animal feed imports are:aquaculture feeds and baitsbird foodpet fish foodpet food and pet…
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Climate change impacts all aspects of our society, including agricultural, forestry and fisheries production.Australia is already experiencing changes in rainfall, temperature and extreme weather. These changes are impacting productivity, water availability, soil and the spread of pests, weeds and…
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This indicator measures the harvest levels of wood products in relation to future yields. The capacity to implement strategies to deal with changing demand for forest products based on future yields from both native and plantation forests is an integral part of sustainable forest management.This…
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Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (published as the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment), August 2020
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Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry 2021-2024: Grant Opportunity Guidelines (…
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