BMSB UPDATE 11 - season arrives early !

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has received advice from members that consignments meeting BMSB risk factors are being held by the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources, despite the fact that the Bill of Lading date isprior to 1 September 2018 (being the commencement date of the current BMSB season).   FTA has escalated this matter to departmental executives for resolution.   Further updates will be provided as soon as remedial action is advised.

SESSIONS Departmental and FTA representatives will also be delivering a dedicated session on BMSB at our upcoming CPD - Border and Biosecurity Compliance Program events - these sessions will examine the season's initial implementation, compliance and operational matters.  Sydney – 26 September 2018 Melbourne – 16 October 2018 Andrew Crawford - FTA / APSA