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Monitoring and forecasting locust populations

​​​​​​The Australian Plague Locust Commission (APLC) monitors the population status of the three pest locust species listed under its charter using a range of information sources, including surveys…
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Sanitary and phytosanitary measures (SPS)

Sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) measures are biosecurity measures designed to protect human, animal or plant life or health from:the introduction, establishment and spread of pests and diseasesadditives, toxins and contaminants in food and feed.These measures are governed by the World Trade…
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First Nations people

We recognise the important role First Nations people play in our workplace. We aim to attract, recruit and develop First Nations staff.Our priority is to ensure a safe workplace where we celebrate all cultures.Work for usFind out how to apply for a job.We encourage First Nations people with…
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Have your say about the biosecurity protection levy

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) has opened consultation to help shape the way the new biosecurity protection levy will be applied. The 2023-24 Federal Budget delivered sustainable funding to Australia’s critical biosecurity system. This included $1.03 billion over the…
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Australian National Soil Information System (ANSIS)

The Australian National Soil Information System (ANSIS) provides access to nationally consistent soil data and information to support the sustainable management of one of our nation’s most precious assets.ANSIS was initially a 2 year $15 million initiative from the 2021-2022 Budget under the…
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The National Carp Control Program

Carp are one of the country’s most devastating pests and dominate the Murray Darling Basin, making up to 80 to 90 per cent of fish biomass. Carp impact freshwater ecosystems across Australia, with significant negative effects on water quality, the amenity value of our freshwater environments and…
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National Residue Survey 2023–24 Macadamia

DownloadNRS 2023-24 Industry brochure: Macadamia - English (PDF 773 KB)NRS 2023-24 Industry brochure: Macadamia - Chinese (Traditional) (PDF 523 KB)NRS 2023-24 Industry brochure: Macadamia - Chinese (Simplified) (PDF 530 KB)NRS 2023-24 Industry brochure: Macadamia - German (PDF 305…
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Indicator 6.2b: Investment in research, development, extension and use of new and improved technologies (2024) - Supporting information

This is Supporting information for Indicator 6.2b, published October 2024.Industry definitionsThe Australian forestry and forest products industries are defined according to the Australian and New Zealand Standard Industrial Classification (ANZSIC) 2006. The forestry industry is equivalent to…
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Environment and Invasives Committee communique’ - meeting 15

5 March 2025The Environment and Invasives Committee (EIC) met on 5 March 2025 in Sydney, New South Wales.EIC reviewed the ongoing operation of National Environmental Biosecurity Response Agreement (NEBRA), current expenditure, and the upcoming 5-year review, supporting the involvement of Animal…
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Protect Australia as a biosecurity officer

We’re seeking applications from dynamic people who want to become biosecurity officers and undertake exciting work on Australia’s frontline.Biosecurity officers play a vital role in protecting our nation from devastating pest and disease outbreaks that can threaten our agriculture, unique…
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