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Operating environment in 2012 for Landcare and related community-based groups in each of the states and territories across Australia
Evolution of Landcare in Australia
An evaluation of investment in Landcare support projects
Decade of Landcare Plan - National Overview
Evaluation Report on…
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The Natural Heritage Trust (NHT) is the Australian Government’s key investment platform for achieving its natural resource management, sustainable agriculture and environmental protection outcomes.Through the NHT the Australian Government has established the $302.1 million Climate-Smart…
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Natural resource management-related research is part of ABARES’ applied social research and analysis. Reports have been prepared for the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, other government agencies, research and development corporations, and industry bodies.Australian Forests and…
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OverviewThis project developed robust whole genome sequencing procedures for the early detection and characterisation of lumpy skin disease and African horse sickness viruses. The goal is to reduce the consequences of their outbreaks in Australia.The genomic sequencing probes and procedures are now…
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OverviewThis project aims to develop a suite of tests on a portable, battery-operated multiplexing qPCR platform for the detection of major emergency diseases of cattle and pigs. It also serves as a proof-of-concept for the use of this multiplexing, point-of-care qPCR platform for other emergency…
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OverviewThis project aims to evaluate the suitability of 3 antibody detection enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs) for lumpy skin disease (LSD) surveillance and proof-of-freedom testing, in cattle and buffalo in Australia.The ELISAs will be made available for use by Australian laboratories…
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3-4 August 2022
The Environment and Invasives Committee (EIC) met virtually on 3-4 August 2022. Collaborative discussions led to a range of good outcomes, including:
Use of the Fish Invasiveness Screening Kit model to assess the environmental risks posed by exotic freshwater fish for live…
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Options for the Development of National Standards and Guidelines for Animal WelfareAWTG 24-03 noted an update from the secretariat that a series of targeted stakeholder engagement sessions to discuss the draft standards development framework have been completed. The subgroup will work through how…
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The Australian Government has unveiled its Net Zero Plan, which sets out how the nation will achieve a fair, orderly and efficient transition to net zero.The Agriculture and Land Sector Plan is one of six sectoral emissions reduction plans underpinning the Net Zero Plan.The sector plan shows how…
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Terms of ReferenceAs at 28 July 20251. PurposeTo provide a principal forum for the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (department) to consult with the industries involved in the export of grain and plant products.2. AimsThe Committee aims to provide assurance for exporters and other…
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