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Date of issue: 04 July 2024Date of effect: 04 July 2024Reference Number: IAN 2024-05AttentionOrganic approved certifying bodiesPurposeTo communicate the minimum regulatory requirements for sampling and unannounced audits of certified organic operators by organic approved…
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The role of the Australian Government in the sustainable management of soils was highlighted at the recent Global Soil Partnership (GSP) Plenary Assembly.Established in 2012, the GSP is an international, partner-based program under the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations…
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Australia’s veterinary sector faces major challenges, including a significant workforce shortage.From the rural towns without a veterinary clinic, to new graduates without adequate support, and business owners at risk of burnout without a break – the issues within the profession are diverse and…
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The department controls exports of agricultural products listed or ‘prescribed’ in the Export Control Act 2020 and associated rules.What we doThe department works closely with internal and external stakeholders to develop and maintain national certification systems to meet importing country…
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27 February 2023Who does this notice affect?Approved arrangements operators, customs brokers, importers, manned depots, and freight forwarders wishing to book and manage requests for import inspections using the Biosecurity Portal.Who is not affected by this notice?Clients who require:Bulk…
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Biosecurity and safeguarding were front of mind at the Indigenous Rangers Biosecurity roundtable in the Northern Territory.Held on Larrakia Country, it was the first major in-person ranger event since 2019.Indigenous Ranger organisations contracted to undertake biosecurity surveillance are…
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You must be approved to produce your products domestically by your state regulatory authority before you can apply for export registration. They must approve you even if you’re only planning to produce products for export. Exemptions to this may be possible, contact your local State Food Authority.…
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An international airline has entered an enforceable undertaking with the Australian Government after it failed to declare two dogs’ arrival to the country, breaching Australian biosecurity measures.The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, which has regulatory powers for Australia’s…
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We have prepared a draft report on the importation of live snails from approved countries.
Steps to complete this risk analysisWhen we do a risk analysis, we:start by reviewing the evidence on pests and diseases of concernassess and analyse biosecurity…
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The Support Plantation Establishment program is helping establish new long-rotation softwood and hardwood plantation forests across Australia.These case studies tell the stories of the grantees and their projects that will deliver Australia’s future forest products.Forestry Corporation of New South…
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