The 2023 National Biosecurity Forum will discuss challenges, opportunities and innovative approaches for protecting Australia’s biosecurity system. Source: Timberbiz
Deputy Secretary for Biosecurity Dr Chris Locke said the forum helps us work together to maintain and strengthen our biosecurity.
“Our biosecurity system is a crucial part of preserving our agriculture sector and it operates most effectively when we work as a team because we all have a role to play,” Dr Locke said.
“The national event brings together a diverse range of industry, government and community stakeholders to discuss a collective vision for our biosecurity.
“Industry leaders will attend and present on initiatives and partnerships to improve automation, detection, surveillance and foster a shared biosecurity culture.”
Facilitated by renowned media figure, Richard Morecroft, this year’s speakers include:
- Andrew Metcalfe, Secretary, and Australia’s Director of Biosecurity
- Dr Chris Locke, Deputy Secretary for Biosecurity and Compliance
- Stuart Anderson, Deputy Director-General Biosecurity New Zealand
- Dr Mark Schipp, Australian Chief Veterinary Officer
- Dr Gabrielle Vivian-Smith, Australian Chief Plant Protection Officer
- Dr Bertie Hennecke, Australian Chief Environmental Biosecurity Officer
- Jason Strong, Meat and Livestock Australia
- Malcolm Letts, Biosecurity Queensland
- Sarah Corcoran, Plant Health Australia
- Kathleen Plowman, Animal Health Australia.
The event is on 5 April 2023 from 9:00am – 5:00pm
The forum will be live streamed with opportunities to join the discussion online. To register for the event, visit https://www.agriculture.gov.au/biosecurity-trade/policy/partnerships/nbc/national-biosecurity-forum
