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Veterinary immunobiologicals, including vaccines

We have started a review of the biosecurity risks associated with importing veterinary immunobiologicals into Australia. Steps to complete this reviewWhen we do this review, we:seek preliminary submissions from interested stakeholdersreview the science on pests…
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$8 million seaweed-farming program builds strong foundation for industry

An $8 million grant program has supported industry to scale up production of the methane-inhibiting seaweed, Asparagopsis.Methane from livestock digestion accounts for about 71% of Australia’s agricultural emissions and 13% of Australia’s total emissions, according to the latest National Inventory…
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Forest and Climate Leaders’ Partnership

The Forest and Climate Leaders’ Partnership (FCLP) was launched on 7 November 2022 at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Egypt. Australia is a founding member of the FCLP, alongside 26 other countries and the European Union.The FCLP is a voluntary group that works together to accelerate…
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A bio-economic approach for predicting monthly irrigation water demands

ABARES Working PaperPublished: 22 December 2025Authors: Neal Hughes, Maruge Zhao, Rhys DownhamIntroductionHydrologic models typically predict irrigation water demands via bio-physical processes in-line with FAO-56 standards. However, irrigation demands also depend heavily on the economic behaviour…
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2026-02: Updated policy: Contingency plans for livestock consignments to the Middle East

4 March 2026Species: Livestock Countries: Middle East regionAttentionAccredited veterinariansAustralian Livestock Exporters’ CouncilDepartmental officersLiveCorpLivestock exportersMeat and Livestock AustraliaPurposeTo inform stakeholders that the department has updated the Contingency plans…
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2020

ABS, ABARES deliver new Australian farm database - 16 December 2020 Australian economy thrives under raw deal: Insights - 15 December 2020 Opportunities from action on climate change: Insights - 10 December 2020 Farmgate value likely to hit $65 billion, but watch on trade - 7 December 2020…
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20-2018 - Revised Assessment and Inspection Arrangements for Management of Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) Risk Vessels

​23 February 2018Who does this notice affect? This notice is of interest to relevant shipping agents, international vessel masters and international vessel operators of roll-on/roll-off (ro-ro) vessels,…
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A review of Australia's preparedness for the threat of foot-and-mouth disease

Australia's biosecurity system is recognised worldwide as strong, bringing benefits to our economy, our unique environment and our way of life. Australia remains free of many significant pests and diseases enabling globally competitive and sustainable industries. The department works in…
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Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries Queensland Response to The Issues Paper for The Import Risk Analysis for Fresh Apples from The Pacific Northwest of The USA

Office of the Director-General Reference: 08/17333 5 SEP 2008 Ms Louise van Meurs General Manager Plant Biosecurity Biosecurity Australia GPO Box 858 Canberra ACT 2601 Dear Ms van Meurs Biosecurity Australia Advice 2008/20 - Issues paper for the the import risk…
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2018-25 - Horticulture Exports Program – Export of summerfruit to China, Taiwan and Thailand

​4 July 2018PurposeThe purpose of this Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise the summerfruit industry that the online registration system is open until 27 July 2018 for growers and packers to apply for…
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