Integrated pest management (IPM) combines the use of biological, cultural and chemical practices to control insect pests in agricultural production. (more…)
Tag: Farm Biosecurity
Post-harvest jobs to protect stored grain from pests
Post-harvest is the perfect time to do three simple on-farm hygiene jobs to protect your stored grain from pests. (more…)
Secured your farm? You may be the Farm Biosecurity Producer of the Year
The search is on once again to find Australian agriculture’s biosecurity champions. (more…)
Advice for grain growers to improve on-farm biosecurity
Grain growers across Australia are fortunate to have access to biosecurity advice specifically for their industry from Grains Farm Biosecurity Officers in each of the main grain growing states. Officers can work one-on-one with growers to explain simple yet effective ways they can reduce the risks posed by pests, weeds and diseases. (more…)
Varroa threat to bees and pollination
Any threat to bee health in Australia will have significant economic impacts on tree crop industries which depend on the free pollination services they provide. (more…)
Biosecurity basics: Make your own footbath
Dirty boots can pose a very real risk to your property. People can unintentionally carry pest or disease-causing organisms on unwashed footwear, bringing them on to your farm without even realising it. (more…)