The Department of Agriculture is seeking two individuals to lead teams of staff conducting border surveillance (NBS and/or Vector) activities. The successful applicants will have tertiary qualifications in a relevant scientific field (such as entomology, botany or plant pathology) and a minimum of 5 years demonstrated relevant experience.
November 18, 2019
On 2–3 April 2019, industry and government representatives met in Brisbane for a Biosecurity Pathways and Surveillance Strategy workshop.
DetailsThe Annual Surveillance Workshop 2019 was held in Brisbane on 13–14 March for people working in pest surveillance to engage with each other as part of the newly established Plant Surveillance Network Australasia-Pacific.
DetailsBenchmarking forest health surveillance and biosecurity activities for managing Australia’s exotic forest pest and pathogen risks
DetailsAnalysis of the current Department of Agriculture and Water Resources and national preparedness arrangements, including surveillance, for exotic plant pest incursions and identifies areas where improvements could be made.
DetailsThe Department of Agriculture and Water Resources has identified a list of 42 pests or pest groupings that are considered to be high priority as a focus for government action because of their impact on plant production or the natural environment.
DetailsBenchmarking forest health surveillance and biosecurity activities for managing Australia’s exotic forest pest and pathogen risks
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