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National Surveillance and Diagnostics Framework

National Biosecurity Committee June 2014 Introduction The Intergovernmental Agreement on Biosecurity (IGAB) was established to enhance Australia’s biosecurity system and strengthen the collaborative approach between the Commonwealth, state and territory governments (jurisdictions) to address…
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Australia’s future agricultural trade advantage

James Fell Source: Shutterstock.com Australian agricultural exports have enjoyed lower tariffs in many export markets as a result of Australia’s free trade agreements (FTAs). These agreements bring a range of benefits, including better tariff and quota access for Australian exporters. But…
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Tree measurement manual for farm foresters

The Tree measurement manual for farm foresters describes how to measure trees and estimate the volume of 'standing wood' in a plantation. The manual is an introduction to plantation forest measurement for users such as farm forest growers, field officers advising growers and consultants. It…
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2.4. Potential trade-offs and risks

While carbon farming has many co-benefits, it's also essential to consider the trade-offs and risks. Here’s an overview of some potential trade-offs and risks, using examples of carbon farming activities. Suitability of location: features of the location (such…
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85-2024: Changes to approved arrangements class 19 in relation to rural tailgate inspections and External Verification for eCertificates (EVE) system

8 May 2024Who does this notice affect?Holders of approved arrangement classes:19.1: non-commodity for containerised cargo clearance holders and19.2: automatic entry processing for commoditiesApproved arrangement class 19 accredited personsContinuous biosecurity competency (CBC) trainers and…
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80-2022: Australian biofouling management requirements

17 May 2022 Who does this notice affect? This notice is of interest to all vessel owners, operators, masters and shipping agents who represent international commercial vessels for the purposes of Australian biosecurity clearance. What has changed? New biofouling management requirements for…
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MAA 2024-08: Great Britain (United Kingdom, excluding Northern Ireland): Amendments to certification for the export of milk and milk products from 10 April 2024

Date of issue: 4 April 2024Date of effect: 10 April 2024Reference Number: MAA2024-08AttentionIndustries—Industry bodies – Dairy Australia – Infant Nutrition Council, Dairy Export Industry Consultative Committee, Australian Food and Grocery CouncilDairy Export establishmentsExporters, AEPI and…
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Non-tariff measures

Non-tariff measures (NTMs) are requirements other than ordinary tariffs that can have an economic effect on international trade by influencing quantities traded, prices, or both.Goods exported by Australian agriculture and food producers must meet these NTM requirements for an importing country to…
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Meat Notice 2018-06 - Goat Targeted Antibacterial Residue Testing (GTART) and Horse Targeted Antibacterial Residue Testing Program (HTART) – Antibacterial Confirmatory Testing for Suspect Goats and Horses

​​​NSFS reference: 13Issue date: 27/11/2018​​Date of effect: ImmediateReview date: November 2020Contact officers:Dugald MacLachlan Director Residues and Microbiology Policy 02 6272 3183Mac Tawadros…
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National traceability

Experience the Australian agricultural traceability digital story. The story brings to life the department’s collaborative efforts with industry and across government to secure the future of Australia’s world-class agricultural traceability systems through engaging images, videos and infographics.…
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