With producers reporting traditional backpacker labour shortages for picking crops, there are reports of people saying they will leave their fruit unpicked or left to rot where it falls. (more…)
Month: December 2020
Check before you pack and go
While the rules are relaxing for people moving around Australia between different states and territories in relation to COVID-19, the rules remain for the movement of plants and plant products between states and territories to prevent the movement of pests and diseases. (more…)
Lupin genetic breakthrough opens the door to improved breeding outcomes
A key to unlocking the development of superior lupins has been discovered by local scientists, which should open the door to the creation of new varieties of the high protein legume for consumers around the globe seeking a more plant-based diet. (more…)
FeralScan and pest management workshops in NSW – 44 completed and counting
Forty-four training sessions for communities and pest management organisations have been delivered across NSW in 2020, as part of the Centre for Invasive Species Solutions FeralScan pest animal community monitoring program. (more…)
Seeing more rabbits over summer does not mean we are losing the fight
It is common around this time of year to see more rabbits hopping around. (more…)
Connecting plant health surveillance professionals
Members of the Plant Surveillance Network Australasia-Pacific are now better connected following the launch of a new website at the Annual Surveillance Workshop 2020. (more…)