Review of the Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act

The Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007 protects Western Australia's environment and agricultural resources and is under review - now is the time to have your say!

With growing numbers of pest and disease risks putting pressure on WA's biosecurity system, changing consumer expectations of the integrity, quality and safety of food and agricultural products, and with new technologies and new ways of thinking at our doorstep, there is plenty to talk about.

Information provided by public submissions will help identify the areas for investigation through the review.

Submissions must be finalised and locked in before 11:59pm on Wednesday 27 July

Who is affected:

· Rural landholders and managers

· Local and state government authorities

· Freight carriers

· Public transport carriers and individual travellers

· Importers (commercial and private)

· Stock and grain producers

· People who keep and trade declared pests

· Beekeepers

· Nursery/garden businesses

· Pastoralists

· Stock feeders

· Fertiliser manufacturers

· Veterinarians

Purpose of the Act:

· Prevent new pests, weeds and diseases from entering Western Australia

· Manage the impact and spread of those pests already present in the state

· Safely manage the use of agricultural and veterinary chemicals

· Facilitate standards for safe and quality agricultural products.

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