A $15 million project led by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is expected to boost national capacity for the early and accurate detection of exotic plant pests. (more…)
Tag: biosecurity
New national deer management leader appointed to tackle a growing problem
Feral deer are in the spotlight for Dr Annelise Wiebkin who starts today (October 1 2020) in the brand-new role of National Deer Management Coordinator through the Centre for Invasive Species Solutions and based with the South Australian Department of Primary Industries and Regions. (more…)
The notification process following a detection of fruit fly larvae in produce sold interstate
If you trade produce interstate you may have wondered what would happen if live fruit fly larvae were found in one of your consignments at its final destination. (more…)
Podcasts for fall armyworm management options in Australia’s north
The first three episodes in a podcast series of nine on the impact and management of fall armyworm have been released by the Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative (PRBI). (more…)
Industry contacts in a biosecurity emergency response
The leaders in your peak industry body are your main contact and source of information during biosecurity incidents, but do you know who they are? (more…)
Fall armyworm podcasts launched to help growers
The Plant Biosecurity Research Initiative (PBRI) recently launched three podcasts on the impact and management of fall armyworm as an important resource for growers across Australia. (more…)