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Identify signs of pests and diseases Outbreak

WEBPlants. Plant pest or disease symptoms can include: plant death. die-back of shoots. failure of plants to thrive such as a reduction in growth for low production. low germination rates. yellow, black, brown or orange spots on leaves. unusual markings or colouration on leaves or fruit such as yellowing. leaf curling.

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How to prepare and respond to outbreaks Outbreak

WEBWhite spot syndrome virus. Response to White spot syndrome virus outbreak in Australia. This includes where it has been detected, restrictions in place, actions you must take, and resources to help you manage risks.

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Training for pest and disease outbreak responses Outbreak

WEBEmergency animal disease response training is offered by Animal Health Australia. This training helps members prepare to respond to an emergency animal disease outbreak. Foot-and-mouth disease training courses are offered by the European Commission for the Control of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (EuFMD). These are useful for vets and others who …

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Official control of plant pests and diseases Outbreak

WEBAustralia has a nationally agreed policy on the official control of exotic plant pests and diseases. The focus of the policy is to: help contain and control new plant pests. allow the Australian Government to continue to regulate imports to prevent pest entry. facilitate exports, so growers can send their products to overseas markets.

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Report a new organism or plant pathogen Outbreak

WEBEmergency response arrangements. Government and non-government parties have agreed roles and responsibilities. Resources and services are ready to be deployed in a response.

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White spot disease Outbreak

WEBDetection in Australia. White spot disease was detected in black tiger prawns (Penaeus monodon) on 3 prawn farms on the NSW north coast in early 2023. The NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) led the emergency response to this outbreak. The affected prawn farms have been decontaminated and disinfected.

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Banana freckle (Phyllostica cavendishii) Outbreak

WEBBanana freckle was previously detected on Cavendish bananas in the NT in 2013. A national cost-shared $24 million eradication response ran from 2013-2019. Banana freckle was declared eradicated in 2019. This current detection is a new incursion and not linked to the previous outbreak. The NT government is responding to this outbreak.

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National Biosecurity Communication and Engagement …

WEBFast, clear and consistent communication is crucial during a biosecurity incident response. We work together to achieve this through the National Biosecurity Communication and Engagement Network (NBCEN). NBCEN is also pivotal in providing information on how to prevent and prepare for an outbreak.

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Varroa mite (Varroa destructor) Outbreak

WEBVarroa destructor is an external parasitic mite that attacks European honey bees and the Asian honey bee ( Apis cerana ). This mite is thought to be one of the greatest threats to our honey and honey bee pollination plant industries. The mite attaches itself to the bee and feeds on them. It weakens them and kills colonies.

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Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) Outbreak

WEBWhat it affects. Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious virus that can affect all cloven-hoofed animals. Animals at risk include cattle, sheep, goats, camelids, deer and pigs. It does not affect horses or zebras. There are several different strains of FMD. It is a serious threat to Australia’s animal health and trade.

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African swine fever (ASF) Outbreak

WEBWhat it affects. ASF is a contagious viral disease of domestic and wild pigs. It is a serious threat to Australia’s animal health and trade. It kills about 80% of the pigs it infects. There is no vaccine for ASF.

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How we coordinate a response to an outbreak Outbreak

WEBOur approach. National response arrangements are based on an 'all hazards, all agencies' approach. They apply across pests, diseases and weeds that impact: animal health, including aquatic animals. all plants, including grains, horticulture, nuts and forestry. the environment, including marine. An outbreak is also known as an incursion (as the

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Emergency animal diseases: A field guide for Australian

WEBThis field guide details important emergency animal diseases that do not exist in Australia or that are rare. It will help you to: take appropriate action if you see signs of an unusual disease. New diseases of animals continue to emerge. Veterinarians must investigate and report unusual outbreaks of disease in domestic animals.

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Plant Quarantine Pest and Official Control National Policy

WEB1.1 Policy objectives and scope. The purpose of this policy is to provide a platform for the consistent application of official control. This policy will assist the Australian Government, state and territory governments and industry to determine whether a pest is a quarantine pest, and the requirements for placing a pest under official control

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Report a concern Outbreak

WEBPlant. Bee. Ants. Invasive marine species. In goods, containers or parcels. 18 May 2023. If you suspect a pest or disease outbreak – report it. Report anything unusual, even if you’re not sure. Small signs may be an early indication that something’s wrong.

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Biosecurity contacts in Australia Outbreak

WEBNational, state and territory biosecurity contacts. State and territory contacts. Below are the general contact numbers for the department of agriculture or primary industries in your state or territory.Please use the reporting hotlines if you wish to report a pest or disease.

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Emergency animal diseases

WEBEmergency animal diseases: A field guide for Australian veterinarians iii Foreword Animal production in Australia is a significant contributor to the economy and a major employer

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