5 October 2021
While tuber moth can be a serious pest of potatoes, it can also be effectively controlled using agronomic practices and biological controls. This new factsheet by […]
28 September 2021
Spinach crown mites live in the topsoil and thrive in a cool, moist environment. They feed mainly on partly decomposed organic material and on fungi living […]
7 September 2021
Are you struggling to regain control over chemical-resistant pests? The Soil Wealth ICP project developed a series of fact sheets to help vegetable growers manage mega […]
10 August 2021
Nutgrass (Cyperus rotundus), also known as purple nutsedge, Java grass, coco-grass and red nutsedge, is a major problem for the Australian vegetable industry. It is extremely […]
3 August 2021
The growth of weeds in vegetable production systems is enhanced by soil disturbance, irrigation and the application of fertilisers. This fact sheet provides growers and advisors […]
25 May 2021
The Soil Wealth and Integrated Crop Protection (ICP) project works with growers nationally to put soil management and plant health research into practice. The project team […]
6 April 2021
In the late 1990s a small number of progressive growers in Australia started experimenting with reduced till (or minimum till) for vegetable production. Reduced till is […]
2 March 2021
A healthy soil is productive, sustainable and profitable. But what exactly does ‘soil health’ mean for vegetable growers? This Soil Wealth ICP fact sheet discusses how […]
23 February 2021
Related ProjectsSoil wealth and integrated crop protection – phase 2This project has been funded by Hort Innovation, using the research and development levies listed below and […]
15 February 2021
Related ProjectsSoil wealth and integrated crop protection – phase 2This project has been funded by Hort Innovation, using the research and development levies listed below and […]
10 February 2021
Insects, whether they’re pests or beneficial species, can become unwanted contaminants in consumers’ fresh produce. This Soil Wealth ICP best practice guide summarises the key findings […]
10 February 2021
Do you want to know more about organic soil amendments but don’t know where to start? The Soil Wealth ICP team has done the hard work […]
1 December 2020
In addition to being a good indicator of soil health, earthworms can play a vital role in improving soil structure and fertility. Earthworms can improve soil […]
24 November 2020
Soil health is closely linked to soil microbiology. This Soil Wealth ICP fact sheet outlines information on a broad group of soil microbes and how different […]
17 November 2020
A soil in good condition consists of around 50 per cent solid matter – this includes organic matter, which is the main driver of soil health. […]
10 November 2020
Agricultural practices can contribute to soil acidification, or the drop in soil pH. This can be due to several factors including leaching of nitrate nitrogen, nutrient […]
10 November 2020
A soil in good condition consists of around 50 per cent solid matter – this includes organic matter, which is the main driver of soil health. […]
12 May 2020
Click here to view a fact sheet on metham sodium (MS) — a broad-spectrum fumigant used to control a variety of soil-borne pests and diseases including […]
28 April 2020
Before planting a crop, it is useful to conduct soil sampling and testing to find out what is happening beneath the surface and if there are […]
4 February 2020
Fresh Produce Safety Centre Australia and New Zealand has published a fact sheet on the impact of animals on the risk of foodborne illnesses in the […]
2 December 2019
Salinity issues are worse in dry years because of a lack of flushing rain and little fresh water replenishment in dams or underground aquifers. The problem […]
19 November 2019
Salinity issues can appear in all major vegetable production areas; they can come and go depending on weather and changes in water quality. It can occur […]
4 March 2019
The April-June period is when consumer complaints about redbacks in broccoli are most likely to surface. Learn to manage this risk with AHR resources.
4 March 2019
Sclerotinia rot, or white mould, is one of the major diseases of green beans in Australia. Discover more about identifying and managing this disease.
3 March 2019
Learn about the life-cycle and management options for Sclerotinia rot, which can cause significant yield losses during cropping and as a post-harvest disease.
10 February 2019
Read this fact sheet to learn about the causes and effects of soil acidification, how liming affects soil pH, and how to manage paddock variability.
21 January 2019
This new resource from VegNET Tasmania looks at the practical considerations of strip-till farming, from healthier crops to the difficulties of implementation.
23 November 2018
As part of the nursery industry's levy-funded biosecurity program, a fact sheet highlighting CGMMV and its transmission has been published.
21 October 2018
Labile carbon is the carbon most readily available to microorganisms as a carbon and energy source and is a useful indicator of soil biological activity.
7 October 2018
This fact sheet comes from a global scan and review of research and creates a one-stop shop for information on organic soil amendments.
1 October 2018
This resource looks at CGMMV management options, including minimising its presence in bee hives and improving on-farm biosecurity to protect the property.
1 October 2018
A new levy-funded resource produced by AHR looks at the risks of redback spider contamination of broccoli and offers risk management strategies.
6 August 2018
A recently completed project has identified and assessed new innovations for increasing yields or reducing input costs for processing vegetable crops in Australia.
25 June 2018
These fact sheets summarise the findings and break down the key conclusions from research into biological and chemical controls for TPP.
25 June 2018
This fact sheet reports on a preliminary trial of chemical and biological controls, with three fungicide treatments significantly reducing the area of diseased plants.
25 June 2018
To help you continue to operate under the new system, AUSVEG SA has produced a new fact sheet on the Hort Code.
9 April 2018
To avoid reinforcing continued reliance on fumigants like metham sodium, the Soil Wealth team has put together a fact sheet on potential alternative approaches.
26 March 2018
Winter cover crops can help your soil management, control pests and diseases and protect your soil from wind and water erosion.
12 March 2018
Adjuvants are additives that modify a chemical's action. This fact sheet provides insights into how to choose one that suits your crop protection needs.
26 February 2018
Biopesticides are a diverse group of pest control products based on naturally occurring biochemicals, minerals and microbes that have minimal environmental impacts.