Search Results
Improving access to imported food safety requirementsImported food safety requirements are now included in the Biosecurity Import Conditions system (BICON).See more about the Inclusion of food safety requirements in BICON.All biosecurity requirements must be met before Imported Food Inspection…
- Last modified
In the two centuries since European colonisation, many exotic animals have been introduced to Australia. Some introduced species, like rabbits and foxes, have become established and invasive over time with no prospect of eradication. The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resources…
- Last modified
DAFF Biosecurity 2030 is our strategic roadmap for protecting Australia’s environment, economy and way of lifeCommonwealth Biosecurity 2030, first published in 2021, has been refreshed to better align with the current strategic and operating environment for the department. Now titled DAFF…
- Last modified
Weekly Australian Climate,Water and Agricultural UpdateKey issuesIn the week ending 7 May 2025 low-pressure systems and troughs brought rainfall to parts of the north, south and east of the country.Rainfall totals were low in many cropping regions, with northern Queensland receiving 5- 15…
- Last modified
Weekly Australian Climate,Water and Agricultural UpdateKey issuesIn the week ending 4 June 2025 cold fronts and low-pressure systems brought rainfall to parts of western and eastern Australia.Cropping regions in Western Australia, Queensland and northern New South Wales received 5-100 millimetres…
- Last modified
Weekly Australian Climate,Water and Agricultural UpdateKey issuesIn the week ending 2 October 2025, cold fronts brought rainfall to parts of southern Australia.Rainfall was low across most winter cropping regions in the week ending 2 October 2025.Most cropping regions in Western Australia, New…
- Last modified
Non-commercial vessel Pre-Arrival Reporting changesBiosecurity Amendment (2025 Measures No.1) Regulations 2025 (Amendment) comes into force on 27 February 2026. Pre-arrival reports must only be provided in writing (electronically). Reports must be lodged into the non-commercial vessel pre-arrival…
- Last modified
Date of issue: 20 May 2020
Date of effect: Immediate
Reference Number: MAA2020-08
Attention:
Industries - Industry Bodies – Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC)
Exporters
Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment—Central and Regional offices
Purpose
To notify exporters…
- Last modified
The following guideline provides information and guidance on Australian biosecurity requirements associated with Australian Defence Forces returning to Australia from an overseas mission.Cleaning…
- Last modified
4 April 2024Species: LivestockCountries: Middle East regionAttentionAllPurposeTo inform stakeholders that the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is now inviting submissions on the renewed Australian Animal Welfare Strategy (AAWS) between 2 April and 31 May, 2024, in addition to the…
- Last modified