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Australia is free of many exotic (new) pests and diseases. This is thanks to Australia’s biosecurity system. But we are always at risk of them entering the country.If these pests or diseases make it through the border, they could threaten our agricultural industries, environment and jobs. Our way…
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The bacteria Xylella is Australia’s number 1 pest threat.There are over 700 plant host species including native, commercial and ornamental plants.The National Xylella Action Plan 2019–2029 is a nationally agreed approach to: prevent Xylella and its exotic vectorsprepare for a response if…
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Thursday 23 April 2020
10.05am to 12.55pm
Department of Agriculture, Water and the…
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In-water cleaning removes biofouling from submerged surfaces of vessels or other structures. It includes hull grooming, propeller cleaning or polishing and cleaning of niche areas.Release of biofouling and toxicants can spread invasive aquatic species and pathogens. This impacts the aquatic…
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The public have the chance to put forward their views and suggestions on farming loans as part of the Regional Investment Corporation Act 2018 review.
Assistant Secretary Andrew O’Sullivan said it was an opportunity for farmers and agribusiness owners to get their views across on the Regional…
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National Residue SurveyAustralian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and ForestryPO Box 858Canberra ACT 2601Email the National Residue Survey team
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We conducted a risk analysis for the release of the gall-inducing thrips Acaciothrips ebneri for the biological control of prickly acacia (Vachellia nilotica subsp. indica).
We conducted the risk analysis in two key steps:
Released the draft report of the risk analysis for the release of…
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All plants imported into Australia, regardless of end use, have the potential to become weeds in Australia. Having a system to screen new plant introductions for weed potential reduces the chances of new weeds entering Australia.
Since the 1800s, new plant species have been introduced into…
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We are partnering with First Nations peoples to co-create culturally grounded approaches to drought and climate challenges—through economic participation, caring for Country, and strengthening cultural and community connections.First Nations peoples have cared for land, water, and sea Country for…
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