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The National Biosecurity Statement presents a shared vision for Australia’s biosecurity.
Developed by a working group of industry and environmental groups and government, the statement sets out:
a national vision and goals
clear roles and responsibilities
priorities and principles for…
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The Australian Biosecurity Awards recognise significant commitment to our nation’s biosecurity system.These are the recipients for 2025.Read the announcement for this year’s winners.Winners
Dr Allison CrookDr David Banks Biosecurity Lifetime Achievement Award…
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Sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) measures are biosecurity measures designed to protect human, animal or plant life or health from:the introduction, establishment and spread of pests and diseasesadditives, toxins and contaminants in food and feed.These measures are governed by the World Trade…
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On 16 December 2025, the Australian Government received preliminary reports of outbreaks of FMD on the island of Cyprus. The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is working with the government of the Republic of Cyprus to monitor biosecurity risk and observe how the outbreak unfolds on…
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The department has created this set of guidelines to assist those wishing to prepare fish products in Australia for export, as well as those wishing to export the final products.
This guideline sets out mandatory minimum testing requirements for export establishments that prepare fish products.…
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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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15 November 2022Who does this notice affect?Customs brokers and importers of consignments over $1000 imported as sea cargo.What has changed?Australia’s biosecurity system is becoming more complex and like industry and the rest of the world, the department is continuing to respond to changing global…
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Technology and innovation is changing the face of Australia’s forestry industries.
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Innovation and technology (transcript) DOCX [25 KB]
New ways to manage forests
Innovative technologies are helping the…
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What to look forWeevils in rotten mango pulp in seemingly unspoilt fruit.What you can doDo not move plants, plant material or fruit out of the Torres Strait Protected…
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