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12 March 2026, AU: Australia’s strong biosecurity system helps protect agricultural industries worth billions of dollars in trade each year. However,
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Read More27 February 2026, AU: Australia’s detector dog handlers work across airports, seaports and mail centres to help prevent harmful pests and
Read More27 February 2026, AU: The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) last week celebrated Australia’s next generation of plant biosecurity
Read More24 February 2026, AU: Australian agriculture is growing, adaptable, more productive, and well placed to take advantage of the transition to
Read More20 February 2026, AU: Staff from across the department have recently returned from the first suite of APEC Senior Officials’ Meetings
Read More13 February 2026, AU: To mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and
Read More03 February 2026, AU: With just one month to go until ABARES Outlook 2026, preparations are ramping up for Australia’s premier
Read More20 January 2026, AU: The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) is proudly hosting EPAC2026 – an international conference sponsored by the
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