MINISTER for agriculture David Littleproud has appointed Dr Lloyd Klumpp as the next inspector-general of Biosecurity (IGB).
Minster Littleproud said the IGB position was formally established under the Biosecurity Act 2015. Dr Klumpp is the third appointed under the act.
“I congratulate Dr Klumpp on his appointment to this important role providing assurance over Australia’s biosecurity risk management systems through independent evaluation and verification,” Mr Littleproud said.
“The IGB’s role is to enhance the integrity of Australia’s biosecurity systems to minimise the risk of the entry, establishment and spread of exotic pests and diseases that could cause significant harm to Australia’s agricultural industries and unique environment.
Mr Littleproud thanked outgoing IGB Rob Delane.
“He led a number of key reviews, including into the robustness of biosecurity measures to prevent entry of khapra beetle, the implementation of inspectors-general recommendations and the adequacy of border measures to mitigate the risk of African swine fever,” Mr Littleproud said.
Mr Klumpp is an independent biosecurity consultant with qualifications in veterinary science and 40 years of experience in science-based work, including in biosecurity programs across animal and plant industries, and the natural environment.
Mr Klumpp is currently chair of the National Fruit Fly Council; chair of the Tasmanian Marine Farming Planning Review Panel; independent director of the Strengthening Victoria’s Biosecurity System Program; and chair of the Standards and Technical Committee, National Association for Sustainable Agriculture Australia.
Mr Rob Delane, current IGB finishes his term on 24 July.
