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14 June 2016Who does this notice affect?This notice is for those who are interested in how biosecurity directions will be issued once the
Biosecurity Act 2015 comes into effect on 16…
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All seed consignments imported into Australia for all end uses must meet the standards for seed contaminants and tolerances set by Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.Check the guidance on this page and import conditions in the Biosecurity Import Conditions system (BICON) to…
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News and alertsSee latest announcements that may affect how you import plant and plant products.Subscribe to receive import industry advice notices.Imported bulk grain poses a high biosecurity risk. It can provide a direct pathway for exotic plant and animal pests and diseases that can harm…
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We’ve strengthened import requirements for live plants (nursery stock) to…
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Chemicals subject to the Stockholm and Rotterdam Conventions
On 18 August 2004, Australia became a party to two international agreements relating to the trade of certain hazardous chemicals. These agreements are the:
Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
Rotterdam…
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We’re improving this page and would like to hear from you.Share your feedback at the end of the page. Answer the question ‘Was this page helpful?’. You can also add comments to your response.News and alertsSee latest announcements that may affect how you import plant and plant products.Subscribe to…
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23 August 2017The commencement of this analysis is in response to a request for market access for fresh pineapple fruit (Ananas comosus) from Taiwan into Australia. Taiwan advised Australia in April…
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The department's role in the domestic organic and biodynamic food industryThe department's Agricultural Policy Division is the contact for issues concerning domestic organic policy matters.Certification of organic produce in AustraliaThere is no mandatory requirement for…
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A financial institution can include a Farm Management Deposit (FMD) product in its product range if it meets the Australian Government's prudential requirements or is government-guaranteed. This includes most banks, credit unions and building societies.
Financial institutions offering FMDs…
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The Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry concluded in 2023 after more than 20 years.Information on more recent winners is on the following pages:Science and Innovation Awards2023 recipients2022 recipients2021 recipients2020 recipients2019 recipients
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