Fruit flies are one of the world’s most destructive horticultural pests and pose a risk to most commercial fruit and vegetable crops.

Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG) continue to deliver great results for fruit fly analysis and awareness in the remote Treaty Village communities of PNG’s Western Province.

The corn snake (Pantherophis guttatus) originates from the southern United States and Mexico. It is widely recognised as an invasive species with established populations in the Cayman Islands, the Virgin Islands, and the Bahamas.

ABARES recently published two reports that provide new data and insights into the impact of invasive species on our agricultural communities.

The Northern Australia Indigenous Biosecurity Ranger Forum was a dynamic three-day program filled with practical sessions, workshops, and panel discussions.

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remains one of the biggest threats to both human and animal health. Addressing AMR is a global endeavour that requires coordinated action to minimise impacts on people, animals and our shared environment.

The Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer (OCVO) has a long history of working with Australia’s near neighbours to deliver priority animal health outcomes.

The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) is the global authority on animal health and welfare and works to improve these matters internationally. Collaboration is a key pillar of WOAH’s Strategic Plan.

After 30 years with the department and 12 years as Australia’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Mark Schipp retired on 1 December 2023.