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The 2007 equine influenza (horse flu) outbreak in Australia was a timely reminder of why biosecurity is both beneficial and necessary. Regardless of whether you own a large or small property, you are responsible for keeping your animals, plants/crops free from weeds, pests and disease.
Australia is fortunate to be free from many weeds that may harm Australia’s primary industries and environment. To help protect Australia from the negative effects of exotic threats, you need to know how to identify an exotic weed and what to do if you find one.
Xylella fastidiosa is a pest of worldwide significance and has been identified as Australia’s number one National Priority Plant Pest. These plant pests and diseases are not present or established in Australia but pose a major threat to our agricultural and food production industries.
Plum pox virus, also known as sharka, is the most devastating viral disease of stone fruit in the world. This virus affects many wild and cultivated species of Prunus plants, including plums, peaches, apricots, nectarines, cherries and almonds.
