Changes

The following scientific names are no longer considered to be permitted seed from New Zealand, as these species have been identified through a departmental assessment as a host of Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum, a pathogen of biosecurity concern for Australia. If this species is imported as birdseed, consignments will require mandatory treatment to ensure that the seed is devitalised prior to release from biosecurity control.

• Anthriscus longirostris
• Foeniculum vulgare
• Scandix cerefolium
• Pastinaca urens

No other changes have been made to import conditions for birdseed.

Who does this notice affect:

Importers of birdseed, customs brokers and departmental staff.

Further information:

Enquiries can be directed to Plant Import Operations on 1800 900 090 or via email at imports@agriculture.gov.au.