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The department is involved in international efforts to foster the sustainable management of forests globally and combat illegal logging and associated trade. Our department aims to assist our forest industries through international engagement that benefits their interests, in turn supporting the…
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Vessels entering Australian territory must comply with requirements under the Biosecurity Act 2015.
Australian legislative requirements
Under the Act, aircraft and vessels (including those from Australia) become subject to biosecurity control upon entering 12 nautical miles of the Australian…
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OverviewVeterinary Schools of Australia and New Zealand published a review of veterinary education on their website. The report makes 25 recommendations aimed at veterinary schools, universities, accrediting bodies, veterinary professional associations, and governments.Project Lead: Veterinary…
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The Australian Government is supporting strategic partnerships under the Australian Trade System Support—Cultivating Australia’s Agricultural Traceability—Promoting and Protecting Agriculture measure.Collaborative industry-government partnerships between 2023 and 2026 will build trust in Australia’…
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May 2024DownloadAustralian Government response to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Agriculture and Water Resources report: Growing Australia (PDF 212 KB)If you have difficulty accessing these files, visit web accessibility for assistance.IntroductionOn 22 August 2019, the House of…
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February 2023
Strong global prices led to a record $4.5 billion in sheepmeat exports in 2021–22. The long-term global outlook for sheepmeat is strong, supported by growing global demand and a continued move towards high-value lamb products.
Record Australian sheepmeat exports in 2021–22…
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Australian wheat is expected to comprise a record 13.7% share of global wheat exports in 2022-23. This forecast is due to record levels of Australian production, conflict in Ukraine, and drought conditions in the US and Argentina.
Record share of world exports for Australian wheat
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The Australian Government is working together with states and territories to develop and implement nationally consistent standards and guidelines for farm animal welfare. The Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines update and replace the Model Code of Practice for the Welfare of Animals…
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Forestry measuresThe Australian Government’s A Better Future for our Regions and A Future Grown in Australia policies, establish the government’s commitment to Australia’s forest industries. They aim to strengthen, support and continue a sustainable forestry sector now and into the future.The…
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Australia’s world-class forestry industry on display at 30th UN FAO Asia-Pacific Forestry Commission
The Australian Government hosted a successful 30th session of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) Asia-Pacific Forestry Commission (APFC).More than 150 delegates from the Asia-Pacific region came together in Sydney on 2-6 October to discuss forestry priorities across the region. The…
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