Farm Biosecurity news
Tuesday 4 July
Nominate for Biosecurity Farmer of the Year

Farm Biosecurity is again sponsoring the animal and plant categories of the Biosecurity Farmer of the Year awards, which will be presented in Melbourne this September. More...

New Farm Biosecurity videos out now!

To help producers take steps to reduce the risks posed by people, vehicles and equipment, Farm Biosecurity has produced two short videos which you can now view on our website. More...

Back-pocket biosecurity for livestock producers

Farm biosecurity practices are now even more accessible with the new back-pocket friendly Farm Biosecurity for Livestock Producers brochure. More...

Is your field day a biosecurity risk?

Field days and on site trials provide valuable information to producers, however they can also be the perfect occasion to spread unwanted diseases, pests and weeds. More...

Assess your risk with revised Sheep Health Statement

The new National Sheep Health Statement (SHS) came into use on 1 July 2013. The statement helps producers manage a range of on-farm disease risks and provides important information when buying and selling stock. More...

In other news
Extension to public consultation on welfare

The Australian, state and territory governments have extended the consultation period for public comment on the draft Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines for Cattle and for Sheep.

Report card shows Australia’s plant biosecurity system passes with flying colours

The 2012 edition of the National Plant Biosecurity Status Report released by Plant Health Australia (PHA) this week, shows how well Australia’s plant biosecurity system works in protecting Australia’s agricultural, horticultural and forestry industries, which in 2012 were worth $29.4 billion.

Tasmanian Biosecurity Strategy launched

The recently launched Tasmanian Biosecurity Strategy 2013-2017 is the high level document that sets the overall direction for Tasmania’s biosecurity system.

Boosting bee biosecurity

A new industry biosecurity plan was launched by Plant Health Australia (PHA) alongside the Australian Honey Bee Industry Council. 

Media snapshot
Helping to make the right decisions on grain storage

7 June, Narromine News

The decision to buy a silo for on-farm grain storage can be daunting given it’s a major investment, and one you will live with for some time.

Disease centre funded

21 June, Star Community Indpependent

Geelong will become a centre for research into emerging infectious disease after federal government funding was confirmed today.

Free Hendra vaccine for horses on offer

21 June, Daily Telegraph

Horse owners have access to a free Hendra vaccine ahead of the virus' peak season.

Biosecurity main focus for new National OJD Management Plan

24 June, Sheepmeat Council

The Sheep Health Statement is a key part of the National OJD Management Plan 2013-18, which comes into effect on 1 July.

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