At this time of year, many fruit or veg producers will have casual labourers, often backpackers, on their property to help with harvesting activities. (more…)
Tag: Plant Health Australia
The surprising benefit to bottom line in farming with TR4
Panama disease tropical race 4 is a devastating disease, no grower would wish upon another. (more…)
We’re on the lookout for the 2020 Farm Biosecurity Producer of the Year
Do you know an Australian biosecurity champion? If someone you know goes the extra mile to protect their property from diseases, pests and weeds, nominate them before Friday 6 December 2019 for the 2020 Farm Biosecurity Producer of the Year Award. (more…)
Industry action – on the ground biosecurity specialists
Some of Australia’s larger plant industries have partnered with Plant Health Australia (PHA) and appointed biosecurity specialists as a way of providing the latest biosecurity advice and assistance to growers. (more…)
A refreshed National Fruit Fly Council
The National Fruit Fly Council brings together governments, industries and research funders to facilitate a national approach to managing Queensland fruit fly (Qfly) and Mediterranean fruit fly (Medfly) in Australia and preventing exotic fruit fly species from establishing. (more…)
Make a start on biosecurity with tailored planners
With a number of plant pest incursions on the go across Australia, many producers in the affected areas are turning to on-farm biosecurity measures in an attempt to prevent the disease or pests from affecting their property. (more…)