19 September 2013
This online resource package has been based on the renown capsicum grower, Phuong Vo, and provides four modules including information on plant nutrition, greenhouse design, climate […]
20 July 2012
This 58-page booklet gives a comprehensive overview of the diseases and disorders that often occur on bunching vegetables in Australia. The crops covered include: bok choy/pak […]
20 July 2012
Crop failures of up to 100% have been recorded for parsley in both Queensland and Victoria. Diseases causing major commercial losses in Australia are root rots, […]
20 July 2012
Current horticultural pest management systems on the Northern Adelaide Plains (NAP) rely heavily on the use of insecticides and the establishment and maintenance of bare-earth buffers […]
20 July 2012
This project evaluated the efficacy of a range of fungicides in glasshouse and field experiments. It also developed a simple and reliable seedling inoculation technique suitable […]
12 September 2013
Buffer areas are an effective and relatively low cost pest and disease management strategy. Make the buffer area at least 5 metres wide, or 10 metres […]
20 July 2012
This project details the investigation undertaken into the use of non-chemical postharvest heat treatment against fruit fly, with the current postharvest disinfestation treatment against fruit flies […]
20 July 2012
This project investigated effectiveness of protein bait sprays in controlling fruit flies in tomato and capsicum crops, which will benefit the industry through enhanced market access […]
20 July 2012
This project was conducted to assist the horticultural industries’ coordinate their response to the current NRA reviews of endosulfan, parathion-methyl and parathion-ethyl within the Existing Chemical […]
20 July 2012
This report summarises outcomes of a 12 month project continuing the research from a previous scoping study regarding root rot in parsley,this included trials identifying cultivars […]
20 July 2012
This project set out to establish the resistance status of several important fungal and bacterial pathogens from Australian vegetable crops. Project researchers assessed chemicals from major […]
20 July 2012
This 2-page factsheet helps with correct identification of the main foliar diseases of greenhouse vegetables such as capsicum, cucumber, eggplant and tomato. It also details the […]
20 July 2012
This item is the Vietnamese version of a 2-page factsheet that helps with correct identification of the main foliar diseases of greenhouse vegetables such as capsicum, […]
20 July 2012
This project was conducted to investigate new insecticidal compounds. Researchers proposed that parasitic wasps that attach DBM, effecively contained a range of novel insecticidal compounds in […]
20 July 2012
This report details the research undertaken to aid in the differentiation of biological variants or pathotypes within the potato cyst nematode (PCN) species complex. This work […]
29 August 2014
The continued reliance on chemical soil fumigants such as Metham Sodium (MS) can largely be attributed to consumer demand for low cost, good quality, nice-looking vegetables. […]
20 July 2012
This report highlights the results of a 24 month investigation parsnip canker. Surveys were conducted to investigate and identify the cause and extent of canker within […]
20 July 2012
An informative PowerPoint presentation that shows the key features that enable identification of Western flower thrips (WFT) versus the other thrips that are commonly found in […]
14 April 2016
This project collated information on the phytonutrients (bioactives) in levied vegetables. It builds on our previous project Veggycation® which largely focussed on the core nutrients (vitamins […]
20 July 2012
The popularity of Asian vegetables has increased in recent years among consumers with a range of uses, including salad and baby leaf mixes. With increased demand […]
20 July 2012
The popularity of Asian vegetables has increased in recent years among consumers with a range of uses, including salad and baby leaf mixes. With increased demand […]
20 July 2012
The report details research using chaperonin gene technology from the medical field to characterise the consortia of soil microbes associated with two potato cultivars and two […]
20 July 2012
A 2-page factsheet detailing the impact of insecticides on natural enemies found in brassica vegetables. Information relevant to the management of Western flower thrips (WFT) and […]
20 July 2012
This factsheet contains a chart that lists the insecticides that are registered in Australia for the control of eight key Brassica pests, and ranks these insecticides […]
20 July 2012
This factsheet contains a chart that lists the insecticides that are registered in Australia for the control of eight key Brassica pests, and ranks these insecticides […]
20 July 2012
Grower awareness of the philosophy of the integrated pest management principles has improved in response to a planned extension programme. As part of the programme two […]
20 July 2012
This report investigated the benefits of a forecasting system which predict onion downy mildew outbreaks with results showing reductions in sprays. Related ProjectsImplementation Of An Onion […]
20 July 2012
This report details the research and extension delivery undertaken on the integrated management of diamondback moth and other pests of Australian Brassica vegetable crops. This report […]
20 July 2012
The Queensland Department of Primary Industries maintains a sweet potato nursery to supply commercial growers with cuttings free of Feathery Mottle Virus (FMV). Because of the […]
20 July 2012
The report provides a summary of research conducted by the Department of Primary industries and University of Melbourne to use genetechnology to produce carrot and celery […]
20 July 2012
This project examined Acetic acid fumigation as a post harvest treat for controlling a variety of fungal rots of Japanese squash, examining effects of concentration and […]
20 July 2012
Project developed improved methods of controlling nematodes in carrot production. Surveys were used to identify the nematode species associated with carrot production, provided infromation on improved […]
20 July 2012
Project examines the key factors influencing herbicide activity and persistence and also looked at the development of a more rapid and effective analysis methods for quantifying […]
20 July 2012
This project quantified the problems of producers with pesticide labels and made recommendations to improve the labels so that producers can achieve optimum use of pesticides. […]
20 July 2012
This project discusses black rot and leaf spot diseases within brassica vegetable crops. This project allowed for the generation development of rapid and sensitive genetic assay […]
20 July 2012
Project seeks the delivery of improved IPM systems for key vegetable crops with improved quality and marketability of produce, increase benefits through efficient pesticide use and […]
20 July 2012
This project examined the use of alternative to fungicide for the control of Sclerotinia lettuce drop including the potential use of biological controls and soil amendments. […]
20 July 2012
This report describes the outcomes of ongiong research and development into improvements in biocontrol and the development of biorational chemicals for use in Integrated Pest Management […]
20 July 2012
This project works with growers to improve understanding of an integrated pest management approach, to recognise pests, beneficials, diseases and disorders in their lettuce crops, and […]
20 July 2012
This Project evaluates new biological and ‘selective’ insecticide controls of the insect pest Helicoverpa in lettuce. Work undertaken by this project was carried out at Werribee, […]
20 July 2012
The project sought to gain better understanding of the means by which Potato Virus S (PVS) enters early generation seed crops. Related ProjectsImproving management of Potato […]
20 July 2012
Researchers who are part of the VIC DPI Vegetable Soil Health Team have found that by measuring biological, physical and chemical properties in soil they are […]
20 July 2012
Tasmanian production accounts for approximately 70% of Australian onion exports, with 170 growers in the industry. Botrytis allii is the major casual pathogen in storage losses […]
21 March 2017
Insects are potential contaminants of processed leafy vegetables. Pest and beneficial species, in both the juvenile and adult stages of their life cycles can easily become […]
20 July 2012
The Australian sweetpotato growers group (ASPG), a group that represents 80% of Australia’s production, identified soil insect pest management as the industry’s number one research priority. […]
20 July 2012
Investigation on the yield and quality decline in Australia processing beetroot crops. The study provides information on identification and management of soil borne fungal diseases of […]
20 July 2012
This project introduced an improved method of virus detection as well as a preventative strategy by operating a pest monitoring service for Western Australian seed potatoes. […]
20 July 2012
This project identified the reasons Ascochyta fungus appears and whether its incidence can be minimised with the use of chemical and non-chemical treatments of cultural practices. […]
20 July 2012
This report evaluates the influence of crop rotation practices on soil borne pathogens, diseases and yields of potato crops in Australia. It also evaluates the importance […]
20 July 2012
Report details the development of a fan forced ventilated transport system for shipment of Australian Potatoes at ambient temperature. This report highlights that the container itself […]
20 July 2012
This report addresses effective management strategies to Heliothis in Sweetcorn. Identifying IPM systems, reduce production risks, protect and increase range of insecticides, test and improve application […]
20 July 2012
This project highlights some control options available in managing the insect pests Heliothis, Cucumber Moth and Aphids in vegetable crops grown in the Dry Tropics of […]
20 July 2012
Cucurbit vegetables include cucumbers, zucchini, pumpkins, squash, watermelons, cantaloupes, bitter melons, gourds and hairy melons. Cucurbits are warm weather crops which are grown in frost-free time […]
20 July 2012
One-page table showcasing the effects of individual insecticides on beneficial insects and mites. Related ProjectsInsecticide effects on beneficial insects and mites
20 July 2012
Insecticide Resistance And Insecticide Management For Three Vegetable Pests In South East Queensland
A major finding has been the deficiencies in an existing insecticide resistance management strategy which recommended a continuous rotation of four chemical groups throughout the year. […]
20 July 2012
The currant-lettuce aphid (CLA) Nasonovia ribisnigri (Mosley) is a known pest of chicory, endive radicchio and lettuce. Australia was CLA free until 2004 when it was […]
20 July 2012
This is a presentation on how insecticide resistance occurs and ways of managing it so that new chemicals retain their effectiveness. Related ProjectsInsecticide resistance management presentation
20 July 2012
A 3-page table providing information on the toxicity of insecticides to greenhouse biological control agents. Information relevant to the management of Western flower thrips (WFT), Tomato […]
20 July 2012
This project develops an effective, cost efficient and usable bean rust management package. This included the studying of the levels of infection across varieties, establishing action […]
20 July 2012
This report seeks to address short, medium and long term management of Clubroot. This included the identification of treatments, development of more effective and sustainable strategies,development […]
20 July 2012
This 16-page report summarises the key outcomes from laboratory and field trials conduted during 2002 – 2004 under project VG01096, “Stop the rot – managing onion […]
20 July 2012
This collaborative research project has investigated the spread of diseases, pathogen identification, fungicide evaluation, resistant varieties, disease management and post harvest control of the diseases with […]
20 July 2012
Integrated disease management is the practice of using a range of measures to prevent and manage diseases in crops. The term integrated pest management (IPM) is […]
20 July 2012
A one-page fact sheet that provides an integrated disease management strategy to minimise Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) infections in vegetables within protected cropping situations. Several […]
20 July 2012
A one-page fact sheet that provides an integrated disease management strategy to minimise Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) infections in vegetable seedling nurseries. Several recommended control […]
20 July 2012
A one-page fact sheet that provides an integrated disease management strategy to minimise Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) infections in open field vegetable crops. Several recommended […]
20 July 2012
During the lifetime of this project from 1992 to 1997, bacterial head rot of broccoli was recorded predominantly in the Laidley and Gatton localities. In the […]
20 July 2012
A visit was made to the Manjimup crucifer growing region to determine the extent of the existing clubroot problem, the possibility of implementing short-term strategies for […]
20 July 2012
Successful and consistent use of Target spot was achieved by using an integrated management strategy based on crop monitoring which resulted in an overall reduction in […]
5 June 2013
The overall aim of the project was to develop integrated pest management strategies based largely on the use of fungicide alternatives to manage the following key […]
20 July 2012
This project focuses on major disease problems in greenhouse cucumbers and capsicums. Improved management strategies were identified and evaluated along with assisting in in their adoption […]
20 July 2012
This project aimed to combine a number of management strategies to determine the most effective disease control options. This project in collaboration with a number of […]
20 July 2012
This report summarises the progress to date on development of a rapid and reliable soil and tuber test to detect pathogenic strains of Streptomyces sp. It […]
20 July 2012
This report summarises research into the causes of cavity spot and related diseases in carrot production areas in Australia along with providing information on integrated disease […]
20 July 2012
This project identifies the causes of poor Schlerotinia control withn the field, reviews new developments in control on other crops, identifies alternative control methods as well […]
20 July 2012
Integrated management of soilborne pathogens (Sclerotinia beans, lettuce, carrots, celery and other)
This report details the collaborative research undertaken by research teams from government agencies, private industry and universities, to develop new management options for the integrated control […]
20 July 2012
Thir project was designed to target the critical need to develop and adopt strategies to meet consumer, worker and environmental safeguards for the 1600 growers of […]
20 July 2012
This paper provides a high level of basic scientific information on the biology and ecology of soil pests, the chemical profile of brassicas, methods for testing […]
20 July 2012
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is used to control pests without relying on pesticides alone. An IPM program greatly reduces the cost of pesticide, even though more […]
20 July 2012
Integrated pest management (IPM) is a package of interchangeable agricultural practices that can be used to manage pests in the crop. IPM is based on keeping […]
20 July 2012
Report summarises results of IPM options for growing green beans, providing information on a range of insect pests and beneficial insects in green bean crops along […]
20 July 2012
Project sought to design and development materials on technical information techniques from current research projects and deliver this information in an ‘easy to use’ format. Report […]
20 July 2012
Pest monitoring is critical in baby leaf due production due to the short production period and low tolerance for damage, particularly in crops grown for minimally […]
20 July 2012
This 3-year study is the first conducted in Australia which effectively evaluates a wide range of organic, nutrient and chemical control methods for clubroot of crucifers […]
24 August 2012
Surveys as part of the project have found that virus diseases are an important cause of loss to the vegetable industry. Crops which are often severely […]
20 July 2012
Report assists lettuce growers in developing integrated pest management in commercial-scale lettuce crops. Related ProjectsIntegrating Lettuce Aphid Into Integrated Pest Management StrategiesThis project has been funded […]
10 September 2014
Key components of the project The work program included: – Implementation of a series of pest management workshops across the major sweetpotato production regions, improving grower […]
20 July 2012
White rot caused by the fungus Sclerotium cepivorum Berk., is a serious disease of onions and garlic in the Lockyer Valley in southern Queensland. Options for […]
21 July 2015
Denis Persley, a principal plant virologist and leader of HAL project VGO 7128 Integrated management of viral diseases in vegetable crops, attended the 11th International Plant […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to establish a tomato leafminer monitoring system for the farming district and to routinely alert growers of the leafminer status at a […]
20 July 2012
This report investigated ascovirus as a means of controlling diamondback moth (DBM) and cabbage cluster caterpillar (CCC). Studies were undertaken investigate the interaction between DBM and […]
20 July 2012
This report enhances the understanding of the effectiveness of genetic resistances to both Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus (TSWV) and Bacterial Spot and Capsicum chlorosis virus (CCV) […]
20 July 2012
This project was undertaken to identify potential alternate hosts of tomato spotted wilt virus among the common weed species present within or adjacent to the lettuce […]
20 July 2012
There has been uncertainty in the potato industry regarding the significance of common scab infected seed in commericial seed lines, and their potential for transmitting the […]
20 March 2013
Information on carrot powdery mildew has progressed rapidly since it was first observed in Australia in 2007. Disease incidence and levels have fluctuated in the carrot […]
20 July 2012
This report informs growers and industry that integrated pest management centred on cultural management tactics can effectively reduce crop loss from Tomato Spotted wilt Virus in […]
20 July 2012
The profitability and productivity of your greenhouse can be significantly improved by minimising the losses caused by pests and diseases. This is a comprehensive guide for […]
12 September 2013
This guide was produced with input from greenhouse growers to provide a practical resource on preventative and integrated control strategies to manage pests and diseases. Related […]
20 July 2012
A Pest Risk Analysis and a Pest-Specific Contingency Plan developed through this project will put Australia in good stead to deal with potential incursions of exotic […]
20 July 2012
This project aims to develop a contigency plan for the Leafminer that can be appended to PLANTPLAN, Australia’s generic emergency response plan for plant pest incursions. […]