❓ A WA parliamentary question addresses concerns about Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) in bees, potential links to genetically engineered crops, and preventative strategies. The Minister states CCD is not known in Australia and biosecurity measures are in place.
AnsweredQoN 867Legislative Council
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BEES — COLONY COLLAPSE DISORDER
I refer to the worldwide threat to bees due to colony collapse disorder and the potential catastrophic consequences for biodiversity and agriculture. (1) Is the minister concerned about the spread of CCD in Western Australia? (2) What strategies is the minister implementing to prevent the spread of CCD in Western Australia? (3) Is the minister aware of reputable research that links CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops? (4) If yes to (3), will the minister reconsider his support for genetically engineered crops? (5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER
I refer to the worldwide threat to bees due to colony collapse disorder and the potential catastrophic consequences for biodiversity and agriculture. (1) Is the minister concerned about the spread of CCD in Western Australia? (2) What strategies is the minister implementing to prevent the spread of CCD in Western Australia? (3) Is the minister aware of reputable research that links CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops? (4) If yes to (3), will the minister reconsider his support for genetically engineered crops? (5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER
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On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(1) Is the minister concerned about the spread of CCD in Western Australia? (2) What strategies is the minister implementing to prevent the spread of CCD in Western Australia? (3) Is the minister aware of reputable research that links CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops? (4) If yes to (3), will the minister reconsider his support for genetically engineered crops? (5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(2) What strategies is the minister implementing to prevent the spread of CCD in Western Australia? (3) Is the minister aware of reputable research that links CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops? (4) If yes to (3), will the minister reconsider his support for genetically engineered crops? (5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(3) Is the minister aware of reputable research that links CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops? (4) If yes to (3), will the minister reconsider his support for genetically engineered crops? (5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(4) If yes to (3), will the minister reconsider his support for genetically engineered crops? (5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(5) The minister will stay informed.
(1) Is the minister concerned about the spread of CCD in Western Australia? (2) What strategies is the minister implementing to prevent the spread of CCD in Western Australia? (3) Is the minister aware of reputable research that links CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops? (4) If yes to (3), will the minister reconsider his support for genetically engineered crops? (5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(2) What strategies is the minister implementing to prevent the spread of CCD in Western Australia? (3) Is the minister aware of reputable research that links CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops? (4) If yes to (3), will the minister reconsider his support for genetically engineered crops? (5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(3) Is the minister aware of reputable research that links CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops? (4) If yes to (3), will the minister reconsider his support for genetically engineered crops? (5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(4) If yes to (3), will the minister reconsider his support for genetically engineered crops? (5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(5) If no to (3), will the minister inform himself of this research? Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
Hon DONNA FARAGHER replied: On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
On behalf of the minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food, I thank the member for some notice of the question. (1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(1) No, CCD is not known to occur in Australia. (2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(2) Western Australia supports the standard biosecurity strategies implemented at the national level to keep out exotic bee pests and diseases that are linked to CCD. (3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(3) The minister is not aware of any clear evidence linking CCD to the pollination of genetically engineered crops. (4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(4) Not applicable. (5) The minister will stay informed.
(5) The minister will stay informed.
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