Mango and lychee growers in Australia should become familiar with and be on the lookout for the exotic pest, Mango shoot looper (Perixera illepidaria) – detected in Far North Queensland last year, and most recently in the Northern Territory. (more…)
Category: Features
National Plant Biosecurity Strategy released
The 2021-2031 National Plant Biosecurity Strategy (NPBS) released by Plant Health Australia (PHA) provides a framework to strengthen Australia’s plant biosecurity system over the next decade. (more…)
How to report pests and diseases as a grower
Plant pests and diseases can have a serious impact on your business, industry and community. By reporting anything unusual, you help protect your bottom line but also help reduce the likelihood that new pests are here to stay. (more…)
Carry a vehicle biosecurity kit, and use it!
A vehicle biosecurity kit is a useful tool to help limit the spread of unwanted pests, diseases and weeds on-farm or between farms. A kit should be carried and used by anyone working on-farm such as agronomists, extension officers and farm staff, including itinerant workers and contractors. (more…)
North Queensland’s Ausgold Hay listed for sale
A highly productive, 39ha hay farm near Australia’s live cattle export capital in North Queensland is going to market. (more…)
Supporting drought resilience innovation in Tropical North Queensland
A new drought resilience shopfront in Rockhampton will support farmers and communities in Tropical North Queensland to better prepare for future droughts. (more…)