On-farm biosecurity has always been important, yet over the last few years its implementation has become far more visible. This serves the producer by keeping them aware of and managing people moving onto and about their property, and the associated risks. (more…)
Tag: Plant Health Australia
Biosecurity strategy paves the way for higher crop yields and lower costs
Identifying risks and having a clear plan to minimise them are the mainstays of farm biosecurity for Janerin Farms’ manager Damien Ebbern. (more…)
Farm Biosecurity Producers of the Year
The two winners of the 2019 Farm Biosecurity Producer of the Year award are Queensland cattle farmer Melinee Leather and Yarra Valley strawberry grower Luciano Corallo. (more…)
Expecting a delivery from overseas? Look out for the brown marmorated stink bug
If you’re receiving parts, equipment or machinery from overseas, particularly Europe, China and the USA, keep an eye out for the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB, Halyomorpha halys). (more…)
Strawberry grower recognised for on-farm biosecurity efforts
Luciano Corallo, a strawberry grower in Victoria’s Yarra Valley, is one of two winners of the Farm Biosecurity Producer of the Year Award, which is part of the Australian Biosecurity Awards presented by the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources. (more…)
What is integrated pest management?
Integrated pest management (IPM) combines the use of biological, cultural and chemical practices to control insect pests in agricultural production. (more…)