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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…
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The Terms of Reference for the working holiday maker tax review are designed around five key themes:relative international competitiveness visa labour needs of the agricultural and tourism sectors…
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The Victorian emergency response to an outbreak of H7 high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) in poultry has been successful, with eradication officially declared on 13 June 2025.There have been no new cases of H7 HPAI since 24 February and Australia confirmed freedom from high pathogenicity…
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Farmers and agribusinesses will have the chance to provide feedback on the products and service delivery of the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) and the effectiveness of concessional loans thanks to an independent statutory review.Assistant Secretary Andrew O’Sullivan said the review of the…
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The Australian agriculture sector has increased its investment in research and development (R&D) over the past ten years, contributing to growth in the productivity, competitiveness and sustainability of Australian farms.
Executive Director of ABARES Dr Jared Greenville said the rise in…
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18/8/2023
Who does this notice affect?
Importers and brokers
What has changed?
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has increased the length of validity for most standard permits granted by Biosecurity Animal Division. This includes standard permits for laboratory materials of…
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Travellers and goods arriving in Australia can introduce exotic pests, diseases and weeds. This could harm our health, environment and commercial industries.Check our current traveller alerts. These include tips on how you can reduce risks before you arrive in Australia.You can also visit human…
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The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences is the research arm of the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.Our mission is to provide professionally independent data, research, analysis and advice that informs public and private…
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03 October 2025PurposeThis Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise the citrus industry that applications are now open for the accreditation of packhouses to export to protocol markets for the 2026 season, as well as the accreditation of packhouses under the packhouse grower supplier model (PGSM).…
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Australian exports and the economyAgriculture makes an important contribution to the Australian economy. Around two-thirds of our farm, fish and forestry production—worth around $52 billion—is exported to more than 100 countries annually. Australia’s plant industries generate more than $12…
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