Share your feedback on the National Policy on Regulated Non-Quarantine Pests
We are developing the National Policy on Regulated Non-Quarantine Pests (RNQPs). This policy will allow certain non-quarantine plant pests to be regulated at the international border by being placed under a form of official control within Australia.
The policy sets out a national framework for regulating pests on plant propagative material and nursery stock as RNQPs in Australia. Establishing a policy framework will help to:
align Australia’s approach with the International Standards on Phytosanitary measures (ISPMs)
clarify the roles and responsibilities of the Australian Government, state and territory governments and industry stakeholders in managing RNQPs
minimise damage to domestic plant industries and to support safe trade.
We invite stakeholders from Australia’s plant industries to share feedback on the policy. Your insights on industry needs and challenges will help keep the policy relevant, effective and practical.