Biosecurity is managing the risks and potential harm to the economy, the environment and the community, of pests and disease, entering, emerging, establishing or spreading in Australia.

Biosecurity management is a difficult and complex task due to increased international and domestic trade, intensive agriculture, population growth and spread, climate change and resource and financial constraints.

Biosecurity SA has a focus on animal health, plant health, natural resources managment, branched broomrape, food safety and emergency management programs to ensure that South Australia remains free from the many harmful pests and disease that affect primary industries and natural resources in other parts of the world and some parts of Australia.

A serious incursion of an animal or plant pest or disease has the potential to seriously affect primary production and trade and market access. Investment in science based and evidenced based risk assessments, active surveillance programs and emergency preparedness is paramount to maintaining South Australia’s favourable biosecurity status.

Biosecurity is a shared responsibility across all levels of government, industry and the community. Risk creators and industry beneficiaries need to contribute to an effective biosecurity system. Early detection and intervention for a new incursion will always lead to a better and more cost effective outcome.

Biosecurity SA operates in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to manage the State’s biosecurity continuum across the landscape. These agencies have primary responsibility for pest animal and plant (weed) control and animal welfare.

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Page Last Modified: November 8, 2011

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