Invasive Species in Australia

Invasive Species In Australia

Invasive species are a serious threat to the native biodiversity of Australia and are an ongoing cost to Australian agriculture.

Management and the prevention of the introduction of new invasive species are key environmental and agricultural policy issues for the Australian federal and state governments. The management of weeds costs A$3.5 billion yearly.

Read more about Invasive Species In Australia:  Management of Invasive Species, World Trade Organisation and Australia's Quarantine Regulations

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