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The NPBSS considers the plant pest surveillance requirements for Australia’s biosecurity system as a whole, and covers all sectors and participants involved in plant biosecurity surveillance along the biosecurity continuum. The NPBS provides clear guidance to decision makers, policy creators and funding agencies as to the direction that must be taken to secure Australia’s plant biosecurity status.
The strategy outlines all existing national surveillance programs including the reasoning and significance behind surveillance activities in Australia. It also explains how it is aligned with other national strategies and standards, key concepts and the expected outcomes.
The strategy recognises that the key to achieving national surveillance outcomes is through maximising cooperation and engagement between Australian governments, industry and the community.
Five key concepts were identified as essential elements underlying the strategy:
If you have any questions, please contact nspcoordinator@phau.com.au.
Author(s): Subcommittee on National Plant Health Surveillance and the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources
Published: 1 May, 2013
Date added: 20 March, 2025
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