You’re invited: ‘American Serpentine Leafminer: Are you prepared?’ webinar
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You’re invited: ‘American Serpentine Leafminer: Are you prepared?’ webinar
22 September 2021 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
American serpentine leafminer (ASLM) is a harmful new pest that has just arrived in the country.
In our upcoming webinar from 3pm-4.15pm (AEST) on Wednesday 22 September, you will learn from several industry and scientific experts of American serpentine leafminer as they each present on the pest.
They explain the nature of the pest and the broad range of crops that it attacks, including vegetables, ornamentals and other valuable commodities.
International expert, Robert Senn will discuss the European experience of managing ASLM, while three local experts, Dr Greg Chandler, Senior Agronomist Penny Goldsmith and Dr Peter Ridland will explain current and past projects that are preparing the Australian vegetable industry for this pest, what to look for, and the future of management, including what beneficial insects may help to control it.
There will be an in-field component and plenty of time for questions, so come along and join the conversation about this important new pest threat to Australia.
To register to attend, click here.