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We have completed our review of biosecurity import requirements for dogs and cats and their semen from approved countries.Steps to complete this risk analysisWhen we do a risk analysis, we:start the risk analysis by reviewing the science on pests and diseases of concernassess and analyse…
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November 2012
Supporting the sustainability of our agricultural industries
Ground cover information is critical for land management and the assessment of soil condition in Australia. Recognising the…
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New supply chain biosecurity arrangements for imported cargo – (Green Lane Program)
In 2021-22 the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry conducted a proof-of-concept trial with various import businesses to test whether their systems and supply chain controls could be leveraged to…
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The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is responsible for applying fees and charges to industry and the public.Fees and charges are applied for services provided by the department, including:regulatory services, including biosecurity and export certificationrequests for…
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Under the transparency provisions of the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS agreement), Australia is required to have a National Enquiry Point (NEP), and a National Notification Authority (NNA) (Annex B, paragraph 3…
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Weekly Australian Climate,
Water and Agricultural Update
Key issues
For the week ending 26 January 2023, low-pressure troughs were active over most of the country and resulted in widespread rainfall and thunderstorm activity across the northern tropics and the southeast of Australia.
The…
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Biosecurity Matters
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17 February 2021PurposeThis Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to notify industry that export cost recovery implementation statements (CRIS) for 2020–21 have been published on the department’s website (awe.gov.au/cris) and CRIS for 2021-22 will be released for public consultation shortly.Key pointsA…
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Some goods you buy overseas can carry a host of exotic pests and diseases. These can harm our environment and industries.
Avoid buying gifts and souvenirs that pose a risk to Australia. Also, be aware that some items you brought with you on your trip can get contaminated.
Make sure it’s allowed…
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This is Supporting information for Indicator 6.1a, 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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