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After 30 years with the department and 12 years as Australia’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Mark Schipp retired on 1 December 2023.
After graduating from Murdoch University with Biology and Veterinary Science degrees, Dr Schipp started work in Western Australia as a field veterinary officer. He…
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History of the APLC
The APLC was established as a result of a decision of the Australian Agricultural Council of Ministers and a subsequent exchange of letters between the Prime Minister of…
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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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Short winged morph of an adult Wingless grasshopper
Long winged morph of an adult Wingless grasshopper
Note: Wingless grasshopper is not described in the "Field Guide to the Locusts…
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What to look for:
Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) only affects pigs. Infected pigs may show signs of breathing and respiratory distress, anorexia, fever and depression. Some may have highly prominent blue ears. Infertility, abortion or birth of weak piglets can also be…
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White spot disease has been detected in Queensland prawns. Find out about the response currently underway to contain and eradicate the disease.
Review of National Marine Pest Biosecurity
Introduced marine pests are marine plants or animals that are not native to Australia but have been…
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The 90th General Session of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) took place in Paris between 21 and 25 May 2023. It was the first meeting to be held in person since 2019 and brought together representatives from over 180 member countries. Australian Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Mark…
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From an inconspicuous looking building in the heart of Canberra’s industrial area Fyshwick, the Australian Plague Locust Commission (APLC)* monitors an area covering approximately 25% of the Australian mainland. With support of radar, light traps, out-posted field surveillance officers and reports…
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02 August 2023
Purpose
This Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise stakeholders that changes to inspection requirements for exports to New Zealand under the Export Plan for Fresh Produce from Australia to New Zealand (Export Plan) have now been completed.
Summary of changes and key points…
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Date of issue: 7 June 2023
Date of effect: Immediate
Reference Number: MAA2023-09
Attention:
Australian Honey Bee Industry Council, Australian Food and Grocery Council
Exporters
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry — Central and Regional offices
Purpose:
This Market…
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