Biosecurity

Seasonal Measures for Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) in Australia
As part of Australia's ongoing biosecurity efforts, the seasonal measures for Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) will be enforced for targeted goods manufactured in, or shipped from, target risk countries. These measures apply to goods shipped between 1 September and 30 April (inclusive) and to vessels that berth, load, or tranship from target risk countries within the same period.

Urgent Action to Protect Against Khapra Beetle Infestation
The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) is implementing urgent biosecurity actions to address the risk of khapra beetle. Khapra beetles pose a significant threat to Australian produce such as grains, rice, oilseeds and dried foodstuffs.