Biosecurity
Fall armyworm
This invasive pest has been detected in Queensland
Fire ant zones and requirements have changed
New fire ant zones and requirements are now in place. If you move or work with soil, mulch, quarry products, hay, potted plants or animal manure, please familiarise yourself with the changes
Management of retired racehorses
Queensland Government’s response to the independent inquiry
African swine fever
Take action now—prevent African swine fever
Biosecurity planning to protect your property
Anyone entering a property where animals are kept must comply with the property’s biosecurity management plan
White spot update
The Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has implemented movement restrictions from Caloundra to the New South Wales border due to the detection of the virus that causes white spot
Queensland border restriction information for industry and applying for an entry pass.
We are still open for business; however, to manage the risk associated with COVID-19, all of our offices are closed to the public until further notice. There may be some delays, but we aim to minimise disruption as much as possible while we continue to deliver essential services.
Our field staff continue to work and are taking appropriate precautions. Staff entering remote communities to provide essential services are well informed to follow appropriate health and entry guidelines.
For enquiries, call 13 25 23 or email info@daf.qld.gov.au. Dedicated customer phone services, including the Fishwatch hotline (1800 017 116), the National Emergency Animal Disease Hotline (1800 675 888) and the National Exotic Plant Pest Hotline (1800 084 881) are available as normal.
For the latest advice, visit covid19.qld.gov.au or australia.gov.au.
