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The recent detection of Tomato-potato psyllid (
Bactericera
cockerelli
) in Western Australia is a timely reminder that you
can never be too careful when it comes to biosecurity in the
Australian vegetable industry.
While most growers and industry members were expecting the
pest to reach the east coast of Australia if it were to arrive on our
shores, it took everyone by surprise when the psyllid was instead
detected on the opposite side of the country.
The Department of Agriculture and Food, Western Australia is
currently leading the response to this detection with support from
industry stakeholders and government agencies. AUSVEG is also
lending its support where possible, with Biosecurity Coordinator
Callum Fletcher assisting DAFWA in the surveillance of the pest.
Callum is well-versed in the area of Tomato-potato psyllid
incursions, having experienced the impact of the pest first-hand
when it arrived in New Zealand more than 10 years ago. In recent
weeks he has also travelled extensively around Western Australia
to share his knowledge of the psyllid at grower meetings.
As demonstrated by this recent detection, the implementation
of effective biosecurity response procedures is vital for the future
sustainability and viability of the Australian vegetable industry.
In light of this, AUSVEG National Manager – Science and
Extension Dr Jessica Lye has shared an update of the Tomato-
potato psyllid detection and response on page 28, while AUSVEG
Biosecurity Adviser Dr Kevin Clayton-Greene provides
an overview of the stringent processes that are in place following
an exotic plant pest detection in Australia (page 27).
It is clear that the news of this detection could cause significant
economic hardship for growers and their businesses. As such, this
will be an extremely distressing time, particularly for growers in
the west, and it’s vital that industry and government provide them
with support during what will be a difficult period.
In the meantime, AUSVEG will continue to work with all
relevant parties to ensure that industry and growers receive any
new information that comes to light, and provide assistance
where possible.
If you suspect Tomato-potato psyllid in your crops or any exotic
pest, phone the
Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800 084 881.
This
will put you in touch with your state or territory’s department of
agriculture or biosecurity.
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