All Australians are being reminded to be biosecurity aware, following cases of unsolicited seed packets being received through the mail.

If you receive seeds in the mail that you did not purchase, do not plant the seeds or put them in the garbage.

Secure the seeds and immediately report it to the department. Imported seeds that do not meet biosecurity conditions can threaten our environment agricultural industries and even backyard gardens.

They could also be carrying invasive species or harmful plant diseases.

For more information please click here or to report a potential biosecurity breach phone 1800 798 636.