Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority Employee Directory
Government AdministrationNew South Wales, Australia51-200 Employees
APVMA operates as an independent statutory authority within the Australian government, responsible for evaluating and approving agricultural and veterinary chemicals before they can be sold in Australia. The agency's role centers on assessing products to ensure safety and regulatory compliance for market access. Its customers are manufacturers and suppliers seeking clearance to place these chemicals on the Australian market. Based in Armidale, New South Wales, the APVMA functions within the government administration sector to regulate pesticide and veterinary medicine products. In June 2026, the agency announced the appointment of James Deller as Executive Director of Science and Assurance. It has engaged internationally, including submitting the final report from the EPAC2026 conference to OECD's Co-operative Research Programme and signing an updated memorandum of understanding with New Zealand's Ministry for Primary Industries to strengthen regulatory collaboration.