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Khapra beetle (Trogoderma granarium) is Australia’s number 2 National Priority Plant Pest.It is a pest of stored grain, nuts and dry foodstuffs worldwide. If Khapra beetle established here it would pose a major threat to our grains industry.The National Khapra Beetle Action Plan 2021–2031 is…
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National action plans improve the way we prepare for, detect and respond to the National Priority Plant Pests (NPPP).National action plansSee our current action plans for National Priority Plant Pests:National Xylella Action Plan 2019–2029National Khapra Beetle Action Plan 2021–2031National…
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The Australian Government released the Net Zero in Government Operations Strategy in November 2023. It sets out the overall approach and action required by Commonwealth entities to achieve the APS Net Zero 2030 target.The Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry is committed to the…
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Workforce management and planning is part of a suite of responsibilities growers must deal with to successfully run their business operations. Adopting modern workforce planning practices can help adjust to disruptions and challenges in the labour market and assist in attracting, developing, and…
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This plan will strengthen our national diagnostic capability and capacity for terrestrial animals. It shows how we will maintain and improve our animal health laboratory system.We developed the 2021-2026 plan with:animal health laboratoriesgovernmentsuniversitiesindustry stakeholders.The plan is…
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There is no one-size-fits-all approach to building drought resilience. It affects regional landscapes, communities and economies in different ways.That’s why the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund is working with state and territory governments to support regions to develop drought…
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This list is referenced in sections 13, 42, and 55 of the Biosecurity (Conditionally Non-prohibited Goods) Determination 2021 (Goods Determination).The Goods Determination requires that goods included in certain classes of goods, and that are the subject of an import declaration, must not be…
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Tree and timber pests include species of fungi, beetles, and nematodes. These can infest and kill forest, farm and street trees.The National Action Plan for Pests of Trees and Timber is a nationally agreed approach to: prevent the introduction of pests of trees and timberprepare for a…
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Once you understand your carbon farming motivations, you can consider planning and seeking advice about taking the next steps.Draw on existing plansExisting plans can help you start your carbon farming planning process. For example:a farmer might have a farm plan that identifies their farm or…
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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remains one of the biggest threats to both human and animal health. Addressing AMR is a global endeavour that requires coordinated action to minimise impacts on people, animals and our shared environment. Antimicrobial resistance occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi,…
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