All posts tagged "Farm Biosecurity"
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963News and ViewsSpotted something unusual? Now what?
There’s a new course available on Plant Health Australia’s Biosecurity Online Training (BOLT) site on the topic of reporting new pests and...
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993UncategorizedBiosecurity manual helps cherry growers access markets
A new version of the biosecurity manual for cherry growers is now available on the Farm Biosecurity website.
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1.3KAgricultureBreak the pest cycle before sowing
With challenging and dry conditions prevailing in 2019, Grains Biosecurity Officer Jim Moran recommends staying one step ahead of pests by using...
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1.3KAgricultureVehicle and machinery hygiene
Weeds, pests and diseases can enter your farm and be spread by equipment and vehicles, either directly or in plant material, soil...
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1.2KAgricultureBiosecurity begins with people
On-farm biosecurity has always been important, yet over the last few years its implementation has become far more visible. This serves the...
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1.1KAgricultureBiosecurity 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.
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951News and ViewsFarm 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...
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1.1KAgricultureExpecting 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...
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1.8KAgricultureStrawberry 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...
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1.7KAgricultureWhat is integrated pest management?
Integrated pest management (IPM) combines the use of biological, cultural and chemical practices to control insect pests in agricultural production.
