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28 May 2021
Purpose
This Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise industry that applications are now open for the accreditation of farms and packhouses to export Hass avocados to Japan for the 2021 season.
Summary of changes and key points
Applications are now open for farms and packhouses…
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Women are increasingly staking their claim in the agricultural sector, with more than 88,000 women working in agriculture in 2023.Celebrating International Women’s Day on Friday 8 March, Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Deputy Secretary Tess Bishop said women account for more than…
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Partners to develop a holistic policy and strategy approach where soil function is recognised, valued and protected for the environment, economy, food, infrastructure, health, biodiversity and communitiesPriority 2 links to goals 1 (Prioritise soil health) and 2 (Empower soil innovation and…
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The Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA) is a legally binding treaty that was put in place to ensure the long-term sustainability of non-tuna fishery resources in the Southern Indian Ocean.
SIOFA promotes the sustainable development of fisheries in the Southern Indian Ocean…
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By: Australian Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Mark Schipp
At a time of increased anxiety due to continuing infections and deaths from the Ebola virus in West Africa, Australians can be assured that our biosecurity system is managing the risk posed to Australia.
Australia’s biosecurity system is…
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International farmgate emissions intensity statisticsJuly 2024Emissions intensities are useful means to compare the environmental impact of the same activities across different countries. Countries with a lower emissions intensity produce less emissions for the same level of activity than countries…
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News and alertsSee the latest updates from the Australian Government (australia.gov.au)We continue to actively monitor and assess the dynamic COVID-19 situation. This includes any potential implications for animals.How COVID-19 spreadsThe current spread of the COVID-19 virus is due to transmission…
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Citrus canker infected fruit, stems and leaves.Timothy Schubert, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Bugwood.org.
Citrus cankerExotic to Australia, previous incursions have been eradicated from AustraliaFeatures: A bacterial disease that causes significant damage…
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We represent national interests across agriculture, fisheries and forestry industries.We are a large and diverse portfolio. This includes agencies, statutory and non-statutory bodies, independent advisors and industry representatives.Our ministerThe Hon Julie Collins MP is Minister for Agriculture…
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The information provided in the documents attached is current at the time of writing and is intended for use as guidance only and should not be taken as definitive or exhaustive. The Commonwealth endeavours to keep information current and accurate, however, it may be subject to change without…
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