Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has received advice from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) in relation to the review of cost recovery of diagnostic activities.
To support improved cost recovery for diagnostics activity, DAFF:
- will commence charging for all diagnostics activity necessary to assess and manage biosecurity risk associated with goods and conveyances, and
- is proposing a revised fee structure and introduction of a fixed fee approach for most diagnostic activities.
In addition, DAFF will commence charging for all diagnostic activities undertaken to manage biosecurity risk in relation to goods and conveyances as of 1 July 2025.
For more information refer to Import Industry Advice Notice 305-2024.