Grains Guide 2015 - Growing Australian Grain

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5 GROWING AUSTRALIAN GRAIN Safely managing risks with crop inputs and grain on farm
Biosecurity
Report suspect exotic pests, plants and diseases. 1800 084 881
Control according to the weeds’ control class for the area and
report as required under state regulations.
When transporting machinery or livestock, observe regulated requirements when crossing
state or regional boundaries for removal of plant materials, soil and weed seeds
(eg .
Monitor crops for pests as per specific market requirements.
Objective Minimise the risk of weed, pest and disease incursions.
Preparing a and discussing it with staff, contractors and advisors.
This includes:
◗ Biosecurity signage.
◗ Training short and long term staff in biosecurity requirements.
◗ Reducing unnecessary access to production areas.
◗ Conducting and recording routine surveillance for pests, diseases and weeds. Identify and
report anything unusual.
◗ A visitor register (including details of the visiting person, the reason and location on farm).
Ensuring all machinery, livestock, boots, contractors’ equipment, etc entering and leaving
the farm are clean and weed seed free (certified if required). For example, inspect and if
necessary clean down equipment, vehicles and shipping containers entering the farm.
Arranging access to a designated or location.
introduced manures and composts sufficiently to kill weed seeds and pathogens.
Reducing the risk of carrying soil, weeds or diseases when travelling to other regions or abroad.
OTHER PRACTICES TO CONSIDER IN YOUR GRAIN FARMING ENTERPRISE
MEETING THE REQUIREMENTS