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Guide to using the glossary
This glossary contains common terms, acronyms and definitions that relate to approved arrangements. It is subject to review on a regular basis.
Definitions that are not contained within this glossary can be found in the Biosecurity Act 2015 (the Act) or in…
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14 June 2019PurposeThe purpose of this Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise industry that applications are now open for the accreditation of farms and packhouses to export cherries to protocol…
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The Carp Scientific Advisory Group (SAG) provides scientific and technical advice on the Carp Biological Control Program. The Carp SAG helps develop research activities, identify specialist researchers, and consider research results.The Carp SAG is made up of representatives from all affected…
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Quick facts:
Dogs can become sick with ehrlichiosis disease by being bitten by an infected brown dog tick.
Brown dog ticks are found across the centre and through the northern parts of Australia.
Dogs need to be on a tick control program to prevent the disease, particularly if they live, work…
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are nucleic acids?
Nucleic acids are chemical compounds which can carry genetic information in living organisms and viruses. The two main classes of nucleic acids are deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA).
DNA is the genetic material found in…
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DownloadDocumentPagesFile sizeAWHN OIE Report 2004 PDF 9160 KBIf you have difficulty accessing this file, please visit
web accessibility.Online versionWorld Organisation for Animal…
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ABARES has applied a paddock-to-plate framework to examine key drivers of Australia’s citrus export growth following biosecurity market access. This case study is part of a broader ABARES research program that aims to inform governments and other agricultural industries in prioritising and…
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Authors: Lindsay Hogan, Caroline Gunning-Trant
Source: ABARES
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The value of Australia’s farm production and agricultural exports have increased strongly over the past decade to $61 billion and $48 billion, respectively, in 2019–20. The National Farmers Federation (NFF) has…
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Improving access to imported food safety requirementsImported food safety requirements are now included in the Biosecurity Import Conditions system (BICON).See more about the Inclusion of food safety requirements in BICON.All biosecurity requirements must be met before Imported Food Inspection…
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15 June 2018Who does this notice affect? All clients accessing the Biosecurity Import Conditions (BICON) system, Post Entry Biosecurity System (PEBS) and Cargo Online Lodgement System (COLS) via the…
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