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A new National Diagnostic Protocol (NDP) has been developed for the exotic meadow spittlebug, Philaenus sprumarius. The meadow spittlebug is one of the most significant exotic insect vectors for the bacterium Xylella fastidiosa, which is ranked as number 1 among our National Priority Plant Pests,…
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How levies and charges workWe impose levies and charges on agricultural products at the request of primary industries (agriculture, fisheries and forestry producers and their representatives).Whether a levy or charge is imposed depends on whether the product is sold, processed or used to…
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The Department manages Australia’s membership of the International Grains Council, The International Sugar Organisation and the International Cotton Advisory Committee.
These organisations aim to…
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10 February 2017Mr Darren Kindleysides
Director
Australian Marine Conservation Society
PO Box 5815
WEST END QLD 4101Dear Mr KindleysidesThe Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS…
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The Indian Government has announced that yellow peas (HS code 0713.10.10) will be exempt from import duties until the 31 March 2024. The minimum import price and port restrictions on yellow peas have also been temporarily removed until 31 March 2024, facilitating trade. India is a major producer…
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12-13 August 2025The Environment and Invasives Committee (EIC) held its meeting on 12–13 August 2025 in Perth, Western Australia. The first day of the meeting was dedicated planning workshop to align the EIC workplan with national biosecurity priorities.EIC endorsed governance arrangements to…
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14 February 2022
Purpose
This Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise of new protocol requirements for the export of peaches and nectarines to Vietnam.
Summary of changes and key points
Market access has been granted for peaches and nectarines to Vietnam.
A protocol of phytosanitary…
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Australia’s biosecurity system and booming agriculture, fisheries and forestry industries will be strengthened with a $1.5 billion investment in this year’s Federal Budget through a range of measures and initiatives that support our world-class food and fibre sector.
Of this, $1.03 billion in long…
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New analysis released today by ABARES examines Australian Agriculture’s extensive sustainability credentials—and the importance of demonstrating them to consumers and investors in the future.
ABARES Executive Director Dr Jared Greenville said Australian agriculture can demonstrate strong…
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`Have Your Say’ consultation is now open for the discussion paper on measures to prevent the importation of seafood from fisheries involving illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing practices.
Assistant Secretary of Fisheries Branch, Mr George Day said Australia is committed to combating…
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