Question regarding the number of permits issued for the use of 1080 baits by Recognised Biosecurity Groups (RBGs) on crown land, and to which RBGs these permits were issued. The Minister provides figures on permits issued and RBGs supported.

AnsweredQoN 260Legislative Council
Asked
21 March 2023
Portfolio
Agriculture and Food

QuestionView source ↗

RECOGNISED BIOSECURITY GROUPS — 1080 BAITS
260. Hon COLIN de GRUSSA to the Minister for Agriculture and
Food:
I refer to the restricted chemical
product permits required for the use of 1080 baits by recognised biosecurity
groups on crown land since 31 December 2022.
(1) How many
permits have been issued to licensed pest control technicians contracted by
RBGs to undertake baiting activities on land controlled by the Department of
Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions?
(2) To which RBGs
were those permits issued?

AnswerView source ↗

I thank the
member for some notice of the question.
(1) Since 31
December 2022, the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
has issued 13 restricted chemical product permits. DPIRD is currently
processing three additional pest management technician licence permit
applications, which will cover 68 properties.
(2) DPIRD has
issued permits to the Central Wheatbelt Biosecurity Association. Additionally,
DPIRD is currently supporting a number of RBGs through the permit application
process.

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