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Alex Mitchell

Biosecurity boost in move to protect powerhouse sector

NSW is boosting spending on biosecurity research to protect the state's agriculture industry. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Research will be boosted to stave off threats posed by weeds and pests, responsible for ripping billions of dollars out of the economy.

The Invasive Species Council and other advocates on Friday welcomed fresh funding for biosecurity in NSW, labelling it a "significant step forward" in fighting off new invaders and existing threats.

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