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The Australian apple and pear industry takes this opportunity to express to Biosecurity Australia its extreme disquiet over the proposal to import apples from China and particularly over…
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Background
In November 2006 the Final import risk analysis report for apples from New Zealand (final IRA report) was published. On 26 March 2007 the Director of Animal and Plant Quarantine…
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Registrations are now open for next year’s ABARES Outlook Conference at the Hyatt Hotel Canberra, which will feature new-look session formats and hybrid participation for the first time.
The event – on 5 and 6 March 2024 – will bring together a line-up of expert speakers under the theme ‘Shaping…
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Weeds are a serious threat to Australia's environment and primary industries.Gamba grass (Andropogon gayanus), cat’s claw creeper (Dolichandra unguis-cati) and Madeira vine (Anredera cordifolia) are declared Weeds of National Significance (WoNS) for their invasiveness and potential for spread. They…
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3rd July 2001
Office of the Chief Executive
Biosecurity Australia
GPO Box 858
Canberra ACT 2601
Att: Colin J Grant
Dear Colin,
I am extremely concerned about the recent announcement of the…
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Applications are now open for the 2023 Science and Innovation Awards, to fund innovative projects in Australia’s agriculture, fisheries and forestry sectors, and support the next generation of researchers.
Grants of $22,000 are on offer in each of the 12 award categories.
Applications are open to…
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On July 1 2022, we became the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF). Here on our website, you can find information about agriculture, fisheries, forestry, biosecurity and trade.
Information about the environment, water and climate adaptation, is now available on the new website…
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Public consultation is now open to help inform the next 4 years of investment under the Future Drought Fund (FDF).
The FDF is the Australian Government’s key investment to build drought resilience and provides $100 million each year to help farmers and regional communities prepare for the impacts…
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Two key Australian Government fisheries policies are being reviewed to ensure they continue to support productive and sustainable Australian fisheries in the face of emerging challenges such as climate change.The draft review report is now open for public feedback.The Commonwealth Fisheries Harvest…
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17 June 2025Who does this notice affect?Food importers and brokers acting on behalf of food importers.What has changed?Cases documenting the food safety requirements that apply to food imported into Australia that is intended for sale, were released on 15 June 2025. These are now incorporated into…
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