Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has received advice from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) in relation to the commencement of the 2024-25 Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) Risk Season on 1 September 2024
What has changed?
- The addition of China and Republic of Korea to the heightened vessel surveillance list.
- Offshore treatment providers from BMSB target risk countries that intend to conduct treatments during the BMSB season must register under AusTreat.
- Removal of the Vessel Seasonal Pest Scheme (VSPS).
The BMSB webpage has been updated to reflect the updated measures.
For more information refer to Import Industry Advice Notice 190-2024.