Acidic soils are an impediment to agricultural production. More than half of the intensively used agricultural land in NSW is affected by soil acidity. This fact […]
Soil fungi are microscopic plant-like cells that grow in long threadlike structures or hyphae that make a mass called mycelium. The mycelium absorbs nutrients from the […]
A fact sheet outlining the importance of soil health in promoting plant health and maintaining environmental quality, the characteristics of good soils and poor soils and […]
As water availability continues to be an issue across Australia, effective irrigation practices are at the top of growers’ agendas as they seek to minimise use […]
Research into on farm power generation has produced details of the options, and explored feasibility of adoption of such systems. Growers can use this to help […]
Chemicals are used in the vegetable industry to control pests, diseases and weeds. The majority of agricultural chemicals are applied in the form of droplets produced […]
This fact sheet covers basic principles of spray application, including information on droplet size, nozzle selection and water quality. Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program – National […]
Spray sense is a series of leaflets which focus on providing up-to-date information on a range of pesticide issues. Everyone who is involved in the manufacture, […]
This fact sheet details information on squash production – origin, distribution, Australian distribution, preferred climate and soil types, description, varieties, culture, pests and diseases, fruiting season, […]
Sustainable farming applies to agricultural systems and practices which aim to maintain or enhance the health of the natural resource base within the constraints of the […]
The Australian sweet corn industry has benefited from Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Research & Development (R&D) through the introduction of biological methods as opposed to broad-spectrum […]
This one-page fact sheet details information about sweetpotato production – site selection, ground preparation, planting material, irrigation, nutrition, pests and diseases, pruning, harvest, and post harvest. […]
One SPCSV strain is unique because it has the ability to interact with these other viruses, such as the commonly occurring, aphid-transmitted Sweetpotato feathery mottle virus […]
Sweetpotato is very well suited to local growing conditions. When grown with irrigaton, high yields are obtainable and root quality is good. Poor yields and low […]
An introduction to the ‘Talking Business’ project: resources to facilitate better business decisions amongst growers and advisers. Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program – National Co-ordination Sub […]
Farmers can save money and help the environment by targeting fertiliser nitrogen applications to ensure the correct quantity is applied at the correct time. CSRIO research […]
Past use of persistent organic pesticides, for example DDT and dieldrin, means that some agricultural soils are contaminated with chemical residues. In broadacre farming, these chemicals […]
This fact sheet provides information on thrips that feed on lettuce. Feeding by thrips can cause curled leaves and silvering and wilting. Some species of thrips […]
This reports outlines the tissue testing for phosphorus in annual plants, including timing of fertiliser application. Table presents critical phosphorus levels in cereals, lupins and pasture […]
This 2-page fact sheet discusses tobacco mosaic virus (TMV), tomato mosaic virus (ToMV) and pepper mild mottle virus (PMMV), their host plants and the symptoms they […]
This 2-page fact sheet discusses tobacco mosaic virus (TMV), tomato mosaic virus (ToMV) and pepper mild mottle virus (PMMV), their host plants and the symptoms they […]
This 2-page fact sheet discusses tobacco mosaic virus (TMV), tomato mosaic virus (ToMV) and pepper mild mottle virus (PMMV), their host plants and the symptoms they […]
This 3-page fact sheet describes the symptoms of Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) in potato crops and the economic damage it causes. TSWV is spread by […]
Trace elements are only required in very small amounts. However, deficiencies can lead to considerable yield losses in potatoes. Trace elements are required by plants for […]
This fact sheet summarises the Vegetable Climate website which is a key resource linking Australia’s climate and the vegetable industry and was designed to help growers […]
This fact sheet lists important production statistics relating to capsicum, chillies, peppers, lettuces, french and runner beans, and potatoes in Queensland. Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program […]
This fact sheet lists important statistics focusing on five commodities in South Australia, mushrooms, lettuces, onions, carrots and potatoes Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program – National […]
This fact sheet lists important statistics focusing on vegetable commodities in Tasmania, green peas, carrots, onions and potatoes Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program – National Co-ordination […]
This fact sheet lists important statistics focusing on five commodities in Victoria, mushrooms, tomatoes, broccoli, lettuces and potatoes Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program – National Co-ordination […]
This fact sheet lists important production statistics in the Northern Territory focusing on Chinese cabbage (buk choy and wombok), melons and pumpkin. Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development […]
A fact sheet on vegetable waste to complement the project VG12046 Identifying new products, uses and markets for Australian vegetables: A desktop study. Related ProjectsIdentifying new […]
Five principal viruses are recorded infecting cucurbit cros in Western Australia – cucumber mosaic virus, papaya ringspot virus, squash mosaic virus, watermelon mosaic virus, and zucchini […]
Three viruses are recorded infecting vegetable brassica crops in Western Australia, turnip mosaic virus, cauliflower mosaic virus, and beet western yellow virus. Occasionally, these three viruses […]
Viruses are a major cause of loss in many Australian vegetable crops. This 6-page fact sheets answers the questions: What are viruses?; How do plant viruses […]
A fact sheet discussing the difference types of viruses found in vegetable crops in Australia, their transmission and strategic measures for control and management. Related ProjectsIntegrated […]
Adequate quantities of quality water for irrigating crops is one of the critical issues growers face. Vegetable growers are being given the tools to improve irrigation […]
Australian vegetable production is characterised by a diversity of crop types, grown in intensive rotations, across the wide range of environments Australia has to offer. Basic […]
Western flower thrips (WFT) is one of the most damaging pests to confront the Australian vegetable industry. WFT causes damage by feeding on fruit buds (e.g. […]
Western Flower Thrips (WFT) is primarily a pest as a vector of Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus (TSWV) in tomatoes, lettuce, potatoes and capsicum. WFT can also […]
This 4-page fact sheet was developed by Dow AgroSciences in response to growing concerns about some populations of Western Flower Thrips (WFT) in the Sydney basin […]
This fact sheet provides a brief explanation of four key economic variables, how these variables interact and what you may need to consider when assessing your […]
This factsheet contains information, photographs, and diagrams to assist with the correct identification of the different thrip species. The guides also show examples of thrips damage […]
White blister is a disease caused by the fungus-like Albugo and has most recently been known to affect broccoli and cauliflower crops in southern Australia. Races […]
White blister is a fungal disease caused by Albugo candida, which affects many brassica crops and weeds including broccoli and cauliflower. White blister may have both […]
White Star is an improved winter variety which was selected in WA for its ability to produce, under adverse growing conditions, large tubers that have versatile […]
This 6-page fact sheet discusses the greenhouse whitefly and the silverleaf whitefly (B biotype), their life cycle and the viruses they spread, including viruses in the […]
A fact sheet that outlines why cleaning spray tanks is important, what to clean with, and how to do it. Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program – […]
Research into on farm power generation has produced details of the options, and explored feasibility of adoption of such systems. Growers can use this to help […]
This fact sheet provides an overview on wombok – otherwise known as Chinese cabbage, celery cabbage, napa cabbage, Tientsin cabbage, and wong nga bok – its […]
This factsheet provides guidelines to farmers on how to delineate management zones within a paddock, how to match fertiliser inputs according to crop demand and supply […]
This fact sheet provides an overview on zucchini – sowing, fertiliser, watering, harvesting, and pests and diseases affecting the crop. Related Projects
Cover crops are great tools for soil management. Their benefits can include improving soil structure and health, reducing erosion and weeds, adding nitrogen and contributing to […]
This case study outlines the economic considerations when using compost in vegetable production systems. It is based on lessons learned from several Soil Wealth and Integrated […]
This guide is based on current knowledge on management of powdery scab, highlighting key factors that affect the risks of this disease and opportunities for effective […]
This following checklist can be used to identify the strengths and weaknesses of your farm biosecurity activities. Related ProjectsReview of the national biosecurity plan for the […]
This poster defines the soilborne disease, germination/emergence, crop establish to bulb initiation through to maturation and the appropriate management approaches that can be used. Related ProjectsAustralian […]
In 2023, this project reviewed the published literature and industry practices on emerging and current pre-harvest risk management strategies of leafy vegetables that are, or can […]
Improve your export with your with less friction. difference a capability by developing the skills that will make a customers in Asia progress deal or opportunity […]
The project distributed over 3,000 sticky traps and detected no TPP in Tasmania, Victoria, NSW or Queensland, supporting assurances of Area of Freedom status.
This plan outlines measures to effectively control TPP in vegetable-growing enterprises and demonstrates industry commitment to minimising its spread and impact.