Department of Agriculture and Fisheries

Originally founded in 1887, the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries oversees the sustainable development and optimization of forestry, food, and fishing industries and their economic and environmental contributions. They also specialize in bio-security through the prevention and response to diseases that jeopardize successful agriculture. With the development of a four year strategic plan, the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries plans to build on the existing research and develop a more productive agriculture, fisheries, and forestry sector. Department of Agriculture and Fisheries is located in Canberra, Australia.