An absence of suitable pest and disease management tools can hamper the development and productivity of many smaller vegetable industries. This lack can be caused by a range of factors, such as: the development of pesticide resistance; emergence of new pests or diseases; advent of new cropping systems; an increasing move towards integrated pest management (need for selectivity); and the disinclination of many manufacturers to seek registrations in small acreage crops.

This project has been funded by Hort Innovation, using the research and development levies listed below and contributions from the Australian Government. Hort Innovation is the grower-owned, not-for-profit research and development corporation for Australian horticulture.

• Vegetable Fund