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Onion industry biosecurity strategy Phase I (VN25001)

Delivery Partner: AUSVEG

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    What is it all about?

    This project aims to strengthen biosecurity preparedness across the Australian onion industry through the development of a new Biosecurity Plan. The plan will identify and address key biosecurity risks that threaten onion production and market access. 

    The plan will respond to evolving pest threats and industry needs by incorporating a high-priority pest list, establishing a robust review process, and delivering practical on-farm resources. It will also outline clear response protocols and incursion management strategies, guided by an industry biosecurity reference group. 

    Growers will benefit from improved tools and training to manage biosecurity risks at the farm level, helping safeguard productivity and ensure the industry remains competitive both domestically and internationally. The plan will also recommend targeted R&D priorities to enhance surveillance and diagnostics capacity, supporting long-term industry resilience. 

    Details

    This project is a strategic levy investment in the Hort Innovation Onion Fund

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