After a three-year effort, citrus canker (caused by Xanthomonas citri subsp. citri) has been eradicated from Australia. (more…)
Tag: horticulture
Happy Birthday PHA! 21 years of improving national biosecurity outcomes
April 2021 marks 21 years of improving national biosecurity outcomes through partnerships for Plant Health Australia (PHA). To celebrate this milestone, we cast our eye back on the lifetime of the company and the shared partnerships and member support that has contributed to the success of PHA. (more…)
LAMP technology lights the way to infield fall armyworm identification
A new in-field molecular test to detect a significant pest threat to grain and horticulture crops has been developed to help protect production and profitability. (more…)
Horticulture growers urged to monitor crops for voracious pest
Horticulture and turf growers in the Gingin and north Wanneroo production areas have been urged to monitor crops for the plant pest, fall armyworm, after larvae were detected in a local crop. (more…)
Prime Gascoyne horticultural land on the market
A land release in Carnarvon opened by the WA Government will significantly expand horticultural production in the Gascoyne, driving new local jobs and helping to build critical mass on the river. (more…)
Blueprint for national cooperation on fruit fly released
The path towards a more coordinated and sustainable fruit fly management system to protect the future productivity and profitability of Australia’s horticulture sector is now clearer with the release of the 2020-25 National Fruit Fly Strategy. (more…)