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This Biosecurity Advice notifies stakeholders of the release of the draft pest risk analysis report for brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys). The draft pest risk analysis report identifies…
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Queensland fruit fly (Bactrocera tryoni 'Qfly') and Mediterranean fruit fly (Ceratitis capitata 'Medfly') are among the world’s worst horticultural pests, affecting a wide range of plants throughout Australia.
The Australian Government through the Department of Agriculture, Water and the…
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21 June 2019
This Biosecurity Advice notifies stakeholders of the release of the Final pest risk analysis for cut flower and foliage imports – Part 1.
The final report recommends phytosanitary measures to manage the biosecurity risks posed by thrips, mites and aphids associated with cut flower…
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27 November 2025Who does this notice affect?Importers of high-risk plant products, other-risk plant products (including seeds for sowing); domestic research institutions; peak industry bodies in cargo, seeds, organic and plant product sectors; international travellers; international mail recipients…
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Dr Geoff Pegg and Aj PerkinsThrough thoughtful collaboration and partnership, Dr Geoff Pegg and Aj Perkins have brought together a diverse network of stakeholders to deliver a transformative 2-year environmental biosecurity program, funded by the Environmental Biosecurity Project Fund.The…
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19 October 2012
Purpose
The Plant Export Operations Manual (PEOM) Volume 6 Part A: Pests, Diseases and Contaminants of Grain and Plant Products (excluding horticulture) has been updated and is accessible on the PEOM resources webpage.
Background
PEOM is a procedural reference providing…
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Australian biosecurity experts are helping to lift regional biosecurity capability through the delivery of a major workshop hosted by Indonesia for the Asia Pacific Plant Protection Commission (APPPC) Secretariat.
The workshop, which runs from 22-26 May in Bali, is the final in a series of six…
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Vessels entering Australian territory must comply with requirements under the Biosecurity Act 2015.
Australian legislative requirements
Under the Act, aircraft and vessels (including those from Australia) become subject to biosecurity control upon entering 12 nautical miles of the Australian…
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The AFFTAC is a subcommittee of the Plant Health Committee (PHC). It oversees Australia’s National Fruit Fly Management Protocol (ANFFMP) for the PHC.PrioritiesThe AFFTAC supports delivery of relevant schedules under the Intergovernmental Agreement on Biosecurity (IGAB).The AFFTAC oversees the…
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The winners of the 2024 Australian Biosecurity Awards were announced at a ceremony at Australian Parliament House on 25 November 2024. Twelve winners across 9 categories were honoured, including two inaugural winners of the First Nations Award for Biosecurity Excellence.From Traditional Custodians…
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