More horticulture producers across Western Australia are set to benefit from the expansion of the Horticultural Netting Program – Trial following the signing of the funding agreement between the Coalition and Western Australian Governments. (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…)
Don’t be blind to mouse monitoring and control
Landholders across the Wheatbelt have been urged to step up monitoring and reporting for mice and to take action to protect this year’s cropping program. (more…)
Farm biosecurity begins before the gate
When we talk about farm biosecurity, we almost always talk about it from an on-farm producer or growers’ perspective. However, as an agronomist, vet or contractor visiting multiple sites, you can unintentionally carry pests, diseases and weeds off the farm and between sites. (more…)