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On the International Day of Plant Health on 12 May we celebrate the depth and diversity of plant science undertaken to protect Australia’s plant health and biosecurity at a special science exchange event at Agriculture House in Canberra, hosted by Australia’s Chief Plant Protection Officer, Dr…
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On World Veterinary Day 2023 we celebrate the diversity of veterinarians across Northern Australia as they work to protect the health of animals and the region’s biosecurity.
The department is proud to be the largest public sector employer of vets in Australia, providing a variety of services in…
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Australia is spearheading international efforts to manage biosecurity risks associated with the sea container pathway.
Sea containers are at the heart of global trade. Over 80% of global trade (by volume) is transported by sea, resulting in over 241 million sea container movements around the globe…
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Reforming agricultural markets to support emissions reductions
March 2023
The role that support policies play in either increasing or decreasing global agricultural GHG emissions is attracting greater scrutiny, with several studies pointing to contrasting impacts. However, agriculture is only one…
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The Australian Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) and the Pacific Community (SPC) Land Resources Division (LRD) have signed a new cooperative agreement to strengthen animal health and livestock production systems in the Pacific.
Australian Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Mark…
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15 June 2021
COMMUNIQUÉ
Commonwealth, state and territory Agriculture Ministers met virtually on 15 June 2021 to progress the work program for the Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting. The meeting was chaired by the Hon David Littleproud MP, Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management.…
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The department’s Rural R&D for Profit program has delivered a vital tool for protecting our plant industries: a National Diagnostic Protocol (NDP) for Pine-Wood Nematode (Bursaphelenchus xylophilus).The Pine-Wood Nematode is a microscopic worm native to North America. It is a devastating pest…
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The department plays an important role developing policy and providing advice to the Australian Government on issues affecting the intensive livestock and game industries.Australian Eggs and Australian Pork Limited are the industry service bodies responsible for research and development and…
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Operating across diverse landscapes, from savannahs to coastal regions, Indigenous Rangers in northern Australia play a crucial role in safeguarding both the natural environment and cultural heritage from the damaging impacts of established invasive species.To support this vital work the department…
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Weeds are exotic, naturalised plants that aren’t technically feasible to eradicate due to their spread and persistence. They compete with cultivated plants for resources like sunlight, water, and nutrients. They can also disrupt ecosystems and reduce crop yields. Weeds are often difficult to…
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