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12 September 2013
12 September 2013

Spray Application Basics

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet covers basic principles of spray application, including information on droplet size, nozzle selection and water quality. Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program – National […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Spray sense

Reading Time: < 1 minuteSpray 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, […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Squash

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet details information on squash production – origin, distribution, Australian distribution, preferred climate and soil types, description, varieties, culture, pests and diseases, fruiting season, […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Sustainable horticulture

Reading Time: < 1 minuteSustainable 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Sweet Corn Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Sweetpotato

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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. […]
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7 July 2016
7 July 2016

Sweetpotato Chlorotic Stunt Virus (SPCSV)

Reading Time: < 1 minuteOne 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Sweetpotato production guide for the Top End

Reading Time: < 1 minuteSweetpotato 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 […]
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13 September 2013
13 September 2013

Talking Business

Reading Time: < 1 minuteAn 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Targeted inputs make sense

Reading Time: < 1 minuteFarmers 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Testing soils for residues of persistent chemicals

Reading Time: < 1 minutePast 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Thrips and hydroponic lettuce

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Tissue testing for phosphorus

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Tomato spotted wilt virus in potatoes

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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12 September 2013
12 September 2013

Vegetable Production in Queensland

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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12 September 2013
12 September 2013

Vegetable Production in South Australia

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet lists important statistics focusing on five commodities in South Australia, mushrooms, lettuces, onions, carrots and potatoes Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program – National […]
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12 September 2013
12 September 2013

Vegetable Production in Tasmania

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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11 September 2013
11 September 2013

Vegetable Production in Victoria

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Vegetable sowing calendar for the Alice Springs region

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis informational sheet provides effective tips to produce a range of fresh vegetables in the Alice Springs region. Related ProjectsVegetable sowing calendar for the Alice Springs […]
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12 September 2013
12 September 2013

VegetableProductionintheNorthernTerritory

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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19 August 2013
19 August 2013

Vegetable Waste Factsheet for VG12046

Reading Time: < 1 minuteA 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Virus diseases of cucurbit crops

Reading Time: < 1 minuteFive principal viruses are recorded infecting cucurbit cros in Western Australia – cucumber mosaic virus, papaya ringspot virus, squash mosaic virus, watermelon mosaic virus, and zucchini […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Virus diseases of vegetable brassica crops

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThree 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Weed management

Reading Time: < 1 minuteAustralian 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Western Flower Thrips

Reading Time: < 1 minuteWestern 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. […]
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13 September 2013
13 September 2013

What drives the economy? Key economic variables

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Which thrips is that?

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

White Blister

Reading Time: < 1 minuteWhite 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

White blister control in vegetable brassica crops

Reading Time: < 1 minuteWhite 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 […]
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12 September 2013
12 September 2013

Why Cleaning Spray Tanks Is Important?

Reading Time: < 1 minuteA fact sheet that outlines why cleaning spray tanks is important, what to clean with, and how to do it. Related ProjectsVegetable Industry Development Program – […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Why phosphorus is important

Reading Time: < 1 minutePhosphorus is one of the major plant nutrients in the soil. It is a constituent of plant cells, essential for cell division and development of the […]
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22 January 2015
22 January 2015

Wind power on-farm power generation

Reading Time: < 1 minuteResearch 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 […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Wombok

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet provides an overview on wombok – otherwise known as Chinese cabbage, celery cabbage, napa cabbage, Tientsin cabbage, and wong nga bok – its […]
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20 July 2012
20 July 2012

Zucchini

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis fact sheet provides an overview on zucchini – sowing, fertiliser, watering, harvesting, and pests and diseases affecting the crop. Related ProjectsZucchini fact sheet
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6 June 2017
6 June 2017

Managing cover crop residues in vegetable production

Reading Time: < 1 minuteCover 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 […]
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29 July 2020
29 July 2020

Managing the risks of powdery scab in potatoes

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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16 May 2020
16 May 2020

Onion Disease Identification

Reading Time: < 1 minutePink root rot Fusarium basal rot Onion white rot Downy mildew Stemphylium leaf bligh Botrytis brown stain Black mould Damping off Purple blotch Botrytis nect rot […]
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16 May 2018
16 May 2018

Onion Growers’ Biosecurity Manual checklist

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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16 May 2018
16 May 2018

Onion exotic pest identification – 2018

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis poster provides a quick reference for identification of exotic pests of concern to the Australian onion industry: Onion rust Onion fly Leaf and neck rot […]
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16 May 2022
16 May 2022

Poster: Soilborne diseases in onions

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 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 […]
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