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We undertake a risk analysis to assess the biosecurity risk associated with importing plants and plant products. We also identify ways to manage risks to an acceptable level.
The standards we use are set by the International Plant Protection Convention.
Step 1 Identify and categorise potential…
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09 February 2022
Purpose
This Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise the kiwifruit industry that applications are now open for the accreditation of farms and packhouses, and registration of treatment facilities to export kiwifruit to Thailand for the 2022 season.
Summary of changes and key…
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What is Sterile Insect Technique?
Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) is a recognised phytosanitary procedure for pest management under the International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPMs). It is a sterilisation technique that can provide effective control of target insect populations such as…
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29 January 2021Who does this notice affect?All clients who submit documentation to the department for import assessment via the Cargo Online Lodgement System (COLS) or other departmental approved systems.What has changed?The department acknowledges that clients are currently experiencing delays in…
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PLANT PEST
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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When levies applyLevy applies to sugarcane harvested in Australia and:sold to a processor for processing at a processing establishment, orprocessed by a processor at a processing establishment.ExemptionsLevy does not apply to sugarcane:sold in a sugarcane season for processing at a processing…
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When levies and charges applyLevyLevy applies to cherries harvested in Australia and sold by the person who owns them immediately after harvest.ChargeCharge applies to cherries harvested in and exported from Australia.ExemptionsLevyLevy does not apply to cherries sold for processing or sold…
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If you buy, export, grow, process or sell Australian agricultural produce yourself, or on behalf of another person, you may be liable to pay a levy or export charge.We collect levies and export charges on behalf of the relevant agriculture industry. The money collected is then disbursed to levy…
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In response to the referral from Agriculture Senior Officials, the Animal Welfare Task Group (AWTG) is examining the use of virtual fencing technology - GPS-enabled neckband or collar devices worn by livestock producing electric pulses to deter animals from approaching or crossing a virtual fence…
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May 2018
Cut flowers and foliage imported to Australia are inspected on arrival by the department, to make sure that they meet all import requirements. The Imported cut flower treatment guide provides instructions on the devitalisation process, to help you prepare your cut flowers and foliage for…
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