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13 September 2024PurposeThis Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise of new protocol requirements for the export of plums to Vietnam.Summary of changes and key pointsMarket access has been granted for plums (Prunus salicina and Prunus domestica) to Vietnam.The protocol includes phytosanitary…
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7 June 2021PurposeThis Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to invite plant export industry to share your feedback on an online survey.SummaryThe Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment is looking to identify areas of duplication and simplify requirements for those working in…
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We recently concluded the Hitchhiker Pest Awareness campaign: I’m in the business of biosecurity. Its goal was to raise awareness to help protect Australia’s agriculture, economy, and way of life from invasive pests that can enter our country via shipping containers and imported goods.With climate…
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ABARES Essentials is a quarterly, online newsletter providing one-stop-shop access to our latest research, analysis, insights and events. Readers can also learn about our upcoming work and future stakeholder engagement and career opportunities.Subscribe to join the mailing list to receive the next…
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Australian plague locusts are an endemic pest that threatens our agricultural industry, devastating crops, and causing losses of up to $30 million.By harnessing cutting edge science, experts can forecast locust outbreaks with greater accuracy, helping mitigate economic impacts.The Australian Plague…
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28 May 2021Who does this notice affect?Stakeholders in the import and shipping industries—including Master Consolidators, vessel masters, freight forwarders, treatment providers, Biosecurity Industry Participants, importers, customs brokers, and principal agents— associated with shipping or…
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19 June 2025We have commenced a review of biosecurity import requirements for fresh peaches and nectarines for human consumption from Japan.We expect to release the draft report for public consultation in early 2026.We are commencing this risk analysis in response to a market access request for…
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When entering an Australian port, international vessels must comply with the:
Biosecurity Act 2015
First Point of Entry Biosecurity Determinations.
Vessels must arrive at a first point of entry (FPOE) unless we grant prior approval to arrive at a non-first point of entry. Find out about:…
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If you are a registered veterinarian, follow these steps to prepare companion animals for export.
Check importing country requirements
The exporter of the animal must provide the importing country requirements in writing. Exporters can contact the:
importing country’s government authority…
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George Levantis and James Fell
Overview
Since the Uruguay Round Agreement on Agriculture came into effect on 1 January 1995, countries around the world have progressively reduced import tariffs and global agricultural trade has grown. The use of non-tariff measures (NTMs) has also…
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