Biosecurity laws and regulations

Learn about biosecurity laws and your obligation to prevent or minimise biosecurity risks.

Biosecurity Regulation 2016 review

Have your say about the proposed replacement Biosecurity Regulation as part of our 'sunset review'—closes 5pm, Friday 29 May 2026.

You need to meet your biosecurity obligations to minimise pests and diseases.

The Act protects our agricultural sector, economy, environment and the community from biosecurity risks.

We all have a general biosecurity obligation to ensure we do not spread pests, diseases or contaminants.

Laws against supplying and feeding prohibited feed (swill) to pigs, poultry and ruminants.

How to pay or dispute a fine issued by Biosecurity Queensland, and what happens if you do not pay the fine.