Wildlife trade and conservation

Harvesting of native plants

• Export of Australian Plants for Commercial Purposes

The Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999, which is administered by the Department of the Environment and Heritage is the legislative basis for conservation-oriented controls on the export and import of wildlife and wildlife products. The Act controls the export of most Australian native animals and plants and also fulfils Australia's legislative requirements as a signatory to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Flora and Fauna (CITES).

• The sustainability of Sphagnum moss harvesting in Australia

Abstract of a report written by Dr Jennie Whinam (Tasmanian Parks & Wildlife Service) for Environment Australia, June 1997.

• Review of the Commercial Domestic Trade in Long-lived Native Plants

Abstract of a report written by Karingal Consultants for Environment Australia, November 1997.