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Department of Agriculture issues industry advice for importing goods associated with BMSB
Following the start of the risk season for brown marmorated stink bug, the Department is reminding importers of their obligations to treat high risk cargo.
Bayer announces that Movento 240 SC Insecticide is now registered for diamondback moth larvae
The registration for the control of DBM larvae in brassica vegetables and brassica leafy vegetables is in addition to existing sucking pests on the label.
Fair Work Commission announces changes to Hort Award
The FWC has amended the Horticulture Award to allow casual employees to request conversion to full-time employment and set minimum payable hours.
Learn more about the candidates for Hort Innovation’s Board election
Three of five elected director positions on the Hort Innovation Board will be voted on at the 2018 AGM. Learn more about the candidates here.
BOM outlook for November-January period forecasts drier summer
The outlook suggests the conditions could mean a low chance of recovery for drought-affected parts of Australia and an increased likelihood of El Niño.
Investigation into 2018 listeriosis rockmelon outbreak releases summary report
This report presents findings around the suspected cause of the outbreak and post-outbreak controls implemented by the source farm, and gives recommendations for growers.
Check out preliminary findings from WA horticulture regulatory mapping and reform project
This project aims to reduce regulatory burden and red tape on businesses in WA horticulture, and has just released its preliminary findings from business consultations.
National Nutrition Week / TryFor5 2018 kicks off next week!
National Nutrition Week is Nutrition Australia’s healthy eating awareness week, and this year it runs across 14-20 October. Find out more here!
AUSVEG response to Four Corners story on glyphosate
Please see here for AUSVEG’s response to the story aired on ABC Four Corners regarding glyphosate.
TasAgFuture project gives great look at attitudes in the Tasmanian agrifood sector
The project has turned detailed consultation with respondents from all around Tasmania into great insights about attitudes towards the sector’s future.
Strengthened biosecurity measures for brown marmorated stink bug during high-risk season
The Australian Government has announced a range of seasonal import measures to manage the risk of BMSB over the September-April period.
‘Are you bogged mate?’ mental health campaign officially launched in Queensland
If you’re feeling bogged or trying to pull out a mate who feels like they’re stuck in the mud, get connected with help.