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An overviewThe Australian Department of Agriculture (the department) is conducting a review of its existing policy for the importation of the dormant tubers of Calla lilies (Zantedeschia species only).…
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The Department of Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is responsible for managing the biosecurity risks and consumer safety requirements relating to plant based products for human consumption (food, drink, medicine and therapeutics) imported to Australia.
This is administered…
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Author: Linden Whittle
Overview
Carryover allows water entitlement holders to transfer some or all their unused allocations into the next irrigation season. Carryover was initially introduced as a drought management tool and has been effective in helping irrigators manage variability in seasonal…
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The current conditions are good for crops and favourable for mice. Farmers need to act now to minimise damage to crops, equipment and homes.
Be alert for an increase in mouse numbers.
Measure mouse activity by using the downloadable chew cards or counting burrows.
Be prepared to bait at sowing…
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6 June 2019
This Biosecurity Advice notifies stakeholders of the release of the draft report for the review of biosecurity import requirements for fresh strawberry fruit from Japan.
This draft report proposes that the importation of fresh strawberry fruit to Australia from all commercial…
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18 March 2019
This Biosecurity Advice notifies stakeholders of the release of the draft report for the review of biosecurity import requirements for fresh Chinese jujube fruit from China.
This draft report proposes that the importation of fresh Chinese jujubes to Australia from all commercial…
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More and more Australians are leaving the city to enjoy living on a few acres of land, keeping animals and growing some of their own fruit and vegetables.
It is important, not just for hobby and commercial farmers but for everyone in the community, that all landholders take their…
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What to look for
Nipah virus causes clinical disease humans and animals (mainly pigs). Infected pigs may show signs of respiratory distress, nasal discharge, non-productive cough and lethargy.
In humans, symptoms can include fever, headache, dizziness, vomiting, reduced consciousness and…
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5 April 2011
Biosecurity Australia Advice 2011/04 - Revised conditions for importing fresh mango fruit from India, final report
This Biosecurity Australia Advice notifies stakeholders of the release of the Revised conditions for importing fresh mango fruit from India, final report.
The report…
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The Southern Ocean surrounds the continent of Antarctica and is clearly delimited by the Antarctic Convergence (or Polar Front), which is formed where cold Antarctic waters meet warmer waters to the…
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