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Modelling Of Spore Release And Alternative Methods Of Control For Stem Rot ( Sclerotinia Sclerotiorum ) In Beans
This report investigates the environmental requirements for spore discharge in the pathogen by the investigation of spore release patterns within beans using spore traps. Also … Read more
Pathogen persistence from paddock to plate
Consumers naturally expect that food they eat will not make them sick. Bacteria that cause illness, such as E. coli and Salmonella, can be present … Read more
Remediation of soil contaminated by Salmonella enterica to expedite plant or replant of vegetables
This project was the first research study undertaken on survival of Salmonella enterica in soil contaminated with chicken manure conducted under Australian conditions. The research investigated the … Read more
A revolutionary new sensor for in-field measurements of food safety in leafy vegetables
This project aimed to construct a working prototype of a new-generation Raman sensor that could detect dangerous microorganisms in leafy vegetables, on farm and in … Read more
Identifying and sharing postharvest best practice on-farm and online
This project has compiled and communicated the latest in postharvest technology for vegetables. Information has been collated from the scientific literature, books and reports. In … Read more
Reducing Listeria contamination from salad vegetable farms
This project aimed to get a better understanding of how L.monocytogenes enter vegetable farms, what is the best type of test that growers need to … Read more
Post Harvest Management for Vegetables
A fact sheet outlining how to maintain the quality of vegetable crops post harvest. Maintaining good vegetable quality requires good systems and communication throughout the … Read more
Plant Biosecurity
Biosecurity is a general description for a series of measure designed to protect businesses and the nation as a whole from the threats posed by … Read more
On-farm power generation – options for vegetable growers
Technologies studied were well established and in use. They included: Devices which generate electrical power only: • solar photovoltaics (PV) • wind power • natural … Read more
10 essential practices for all growers
The profitability and productivity of your greenhouse can be significantly improved by minimising the losses caused by pests and diseases. Preventative pest and disease management … Read more
Minor-use Pesticides
Vegetable growers must comply with Australian legal requirements for the use of pesticides in crop production. There are stringent regulations and standards governing the level … Read more
Implementation Of The Freshcare On Farm Food Safety Program
Project investigates the implementation of the freshcare program, a project developed as an on farm food safety program for the fresh produce industries. The project … Read more