Putting the spotlight on inspiring women in agriculture
Women are increasingly staking their claim in the agricultural sector, with more than 88,000 women working in agriculture in 2023.
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38-2024:Offshore Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) Treatment Providers Scheme: treatment provider suspended - Descroes BV (AEI: BE4001SB)
7 March 2024
Who does this notice affect?
Clients in the import and shipping industries—including freight forwarders, importers and customs brokers—associated with importing goods that require BMSB treatment during the BMSB risk season (goods manufactured in or shipped from target risk countries, that have been shipped between 1 September and 30 April (inclusive)).
Keep a TopWatch! for avian influenza
Outbreaks of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI), or bird flu, are on the rise globally. HPAI is a highly contagious disease that affect poultry and birds, and it can spread to other species, including humans.
Community collaboration takes the sting out of varroa mite
Beekeepers across New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory will help in the fight against the spread of the most serious pest of honeybees in the world through a low-cost Internet of Things solution.
McLeods take ground up approach to drought resilience
Seeing the impact of climate variability on their beef and hay production business in Central Queensland, Matt and Justine McLeod knew they needed to adapt their practices.
Biosecurity Advice 2024-P01: Release of the final report for passionfruit from Vietnam: biosecurity import requirements
7 March 2024
This Biosecurity Advice notifies stakeholders of the release of the final report for Passionfruit from Vietnam: biosecurity import requirements.
Enhancing food control systems in the South West Pacific
International food standards developed by the Codex Alimentarius Commission are used by countries to protect consumer health and to promote fair practices in the trade of food.
Apply for Climate-Smart Agriculture grants to support Aussie farmers
The Australian Government is helping the agriculture sector respond to climate challenges through the $302.1 million Climate-Smart Agriculture Program, funded through the Natural Heritage Trust.
37-2024: Further update and advice for Aircraft Disinsection rates – Publication of DAFF Schedule Version 5.3 and WHO 2nd Edition commencement
4 March 2024
Who does this notice affect?
Airlines, aircraft operators and their contracted services (third parties) performing or certifying disinsection treatments applied to aircraft cabin and hold for aircraft arriving in Australia and New Zealand.
Stay alert to hitchhiker pests
Do you work with newly imported sea containers or goods?
If yes, keep an eye out for exotic pests!
Serious pests can hitch a ride to Australia in and on sea containers and in imported goods.