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Import ProceduresHow do I know if I need an import permit?Check the Biosecurity Import Conditions system (BICON). This database lists the Biosecurity conditions under which various commodities may be imported into Australia. If an import permit is required, or if any other specific conditions…
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The highly compliant importer (HCI) scheme is a reduced inspection intervention scheme. To qualify for the HCI scheme, importers need to ensure eligible commodities consistently comply with Australia’s biosecurity import requirements and pass inspection. The HCI scheme aligns with the Biosecurity…
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The information provided on this page is to answer the most frequently asked questions regarding the importation of goods shipped during the BMSB risk season.What documents can be used as evidence that goods have been stored in a non-target risk country prior to 1 September?Goods will be deemed out…
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To anonymously report concerns about live animal exports, call 1800 319 595 or report online.For more information, see Whistleblower hotline.We support strong animal welfare standards and believe all animals have the right to humane treatment.Animal welfare in live animal exports is regulated under…
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Weekly Australian Climate,Water and Agricultural UpdateKey issuesIn the week ending 7 August 2024, low-pressure troughs and cold fronts brought rainfall across southern half of the country.Across cropping regions, rainfall totals of between 5 and 25 millimetres were recorded in Queensland, and up…
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During the BMSB risk season, BMSB seasonal measures will apply to targeted goods manufactured and shipped from target risk countries, that have been shipped between 1 September and 30 April (inclusive).To minimise any delays, and associated industry costs that may be incurred for onshore treatment…
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Every six months, the minister must table in Parliament a report from the department that includes livestock mortalities on every sea voyage. The report is compiled from information provided to the department by the ships' masters, as required by the Marine Orders Part 43 under subsection 425(1AA)…
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14 August 2024Who does this notice affect?Importers and brokers associated with importing ceremonial articlesWhat has changed?The following import condition changes apply for the specified ceremonial articles:1. Willow foliage (Salix spp.)The department has conducted a technical assessment…
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Weekly Australian Climate,Water and Agricultural UpdateKey issuesIn the week ending 14 August 2024 a series of low-pressure troughs and a low-pressure system and cold front brought rainfall totals of up to 200 millimetres to eastern Australia and up to 50 millimetres in south-west Western Australia…
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Last updated August 2024Download this noticeNotice to Industry 16: First point of entry standards for the arrival of horses into Australian seaports (PDF 189 KB)IntroductionThe purpose of this document is to communicate the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s (DAFF) minimum…
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