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Development of Hippodamia and Micromus biocontrol agents for use in Brassica and other vegetable crops
This project is to summarise a series of trials that were a part of two dovetailing postgraduate studies. One study examined the utilityof two generalist … Read more
Development of integrated strategies for sustainable processing beetroot production
This project was undertaken to develop best management practices for beetroot farming in Australia. The key outcomes of the project are in the following areas. … Read more
Development of IPM strategies and tools for Western Flower Thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) in hydroponic lettuce
The purpose of this report is to summarise a series of trials which have developed tools for managing western flower thrips (WFT), and therefore, the … Read more
Development Of IPM Strategies For Potato Moth
This project developed protocols which can be used as the basis for an integrated pest management (IPM) strategy for the control of the major potato … Read more
Development Of Methods For The Rapid Detection And Elimination Of Virus Diseases Of Garlic
This project was undertaken to identify the viruses present in Australian garlic and to produce antisera for the development of enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays, to eliminate … Read more
Development of methods to monitor and control Aphanomyces root rot and black root rot of beans
Aphanomyces root rot (ARR) is a soil borne fungal disease causing browning of roots and stems of green beans and in severe cases causing death … Read more
Development of native bees as pollinators of vegetable seed crops
This project explored the native bee species that are possible pollen vectors in the production of hybrid seed of carrot and leek, investigated ways to … Read more
Development of residue management strategies and action plans for export vegetables
This project examined the risks of pesticide residue non-compliance for 11 crops, e.g., beans, beetroot, broccoli, cabbages, capsicums, carrots, cauliflower, celery, leeks, lettuce, and sweet … Read more
Development Of Smooth Skinned, Easy To Peel Sweet Potato Using Smart State Technology
This project aims to establish if improving planting technique and establishment increased the yield of easy to peel sweetpotatoes. Results indicated that many of the … Read more
Development Of Sustainable Intensive Crop Production Systems
This multi-disciplinary project investigated a range of alternative practices likely to be more sustainable than conventional methods for intensive vegetable production. Studies into the use … Read more
Development Of Sustainable Strategies For Managing Root-Knot Nematode In Ginger
The project aimed to minimise the need for nematicides in the Queensland ginger industry by developing integrated management strategies for root-knot nematode. Data collected during … Read more
Development Of Taro, Yam, Yam Bean And Sweet Potato Exports To Japan And USA
The report summarises the details of establising ongoing export and trade of the Asian root crops taro, yam, yam bean and or sweet potato to … Read more