Don't let pests derail your shipments
Preventing a biosecurity infestation
From 1 September through 30 April each year, importers into Australia and New Zealand have additional compliance rules to follow regarding the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), a pest that has severely affected agriculture in the northern hemisphere.
Throughout the high-risk months, regulations require many goods imported from the northern hemisphere to be heat treated or fumigated to prevent a local infestation. Without proper planning and preparation, these added regulations can cause unwanted risks and delays.
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What is the brown marmorated stink bug?
- Feeds on more than 300 plant species
- Invades vehicles, homes, and factories
- Secretes a smelly, aeroallergen chemical
- Can cause a burning sensation on skin
Prevent the spread of the brown marmorated stink bug
Stink bug protection measures
Target risk goods manufactured in, or shipped from designated countries, or those shipped on vessels transiting through them, are subject to seasonal stink bug measures and heightened surveillance.
Keep shipments stink bug-free
Prepare for the high-risk stink bug season with these guides.
- Get information about how the pests spread
- Understand their effect on agriculture and business
- Review in-depth details about importing goods during the high-risk season
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“Given the challenges from shipping out of North America as well as Europe and Asia, they have been on the front foot with us and with our factories and suppliers to ensure we have a good and full understanding of the requirements to provide forward planning and notice.”
