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Frequently Asked Questions - Plant Health
What should I do if I find an unusual insect pest, disease symptom or weed?
Report the detection to your local department of primary industries or agriculture by calling the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800 084 881 (Australia wide).
Where can I get advice on managing plant pests, diseases and weeds in my crop or garden?
Advice on controlling and managing pests, diseases and weeds on crops can be obtained from your local Department of Primary Industries or Natural Resources. For pests found in backyard gardens, advice can be sought from your local nursery.
Also see our information on plant biosecurity.
Where can I find information about the regulations for the interstate movement of plant material within Australia?
Information on the regulations that apply to the interstate movement of plant material within Australia can be obtained from the Quarantine Domestic website or by calling the Quarantine Domestic hotline on 1800 084 881.
What are the conditions for importing plants and plant products to Australia?
Conditions for importing plants and plant products to Australia can be found in the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service's (AQIS) import condition database - ICON or by emailing AQIS. For further information visit AQIS's importing goods to Australia page.
What are the conditions for exporting plants and plant products from Australia?
Conditions for exporting plants and plant products from Australia can be found in the AQIS plant and plant product export conditions database - PHYTO or by emailing AQIS. For further information visit AQIS's exporting goods from Australia page.
What are some of the exotic plant pests, diseases and weeds that are of concern to Australia?
The links below provide lists of many of the exotic plant pests of concern to Australia's plant industries.
