Biosecurity information videos released

6 August 2009
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Australia’s Chief Plant Protection and Chief Veterinary Officers today announced the release of six short videos providing important biosecurity information to primary producers and landholders.

“These videos are a great reminder of what landholders should be considering when it comes to positive biosecurity practices. They provide basic tips, actions and details on where to get more information,” said Chief Veterinary officer, Dr Andy Carroll.

Chief Plant Protection Officer Lois Ransom said the videos would remind plant producers as well as their workers and visitors of the importance of biosecurity on their properties.

“Plant producers take their role in biosecurity very seriously and these videos will help them to consider it in all activities on their properties. Australia maintains an international competitive advantage when it comes to pests and diseases – and practising good biosecurity will maintain this advantage,” said Ms Ransom.

“We saw how outbreaks such as citrus canker in Queensland in 2004 and equine influenza in 2007 affected not only the producers or horse owners but businesses and individuals associated with those industries. If producers make biosecurity a regular part of their operations, authorities will be alerted earlier to outbreaks and will be able to better manage them when they do occur.”

The videos are available on the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry website at www.daff.gov.au/biosecurity . Biosecurity topics covered include animals,  plants, farm workers, equipment and considerations for small farm holders. 

The videos are also available on DVD. For a copy email DAFF PR 

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